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University College serves both undecided/undeclared students who are exploring the University’s options before selecting a major, and students who are seeking to earn the Bachelor of Specialized Studies, the Bachelor of Criminal Justice, the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies in Organizational Studies or an associate degree.

University College advances the mission of Ohio University by providing institutional leadership across colleges in order to promote student success. The college provides a number of University-wide services and is home to key units such as the Academic Achievement Center, the Center for Community Engagement and Student Accessibility Services that help all undergraduates succeed.

Planning Your First Year

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    Bobcat Student Orientation


    Bobcat Student Orientation (BSO) connects you with the people and resources you’ll need to transition into OHIO with confidence. Learn about our curriculum, register for classes, meet fellow students in your college and get in touch with your inner Bobcat.

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    Learning Communities


    Learning Communities help new students get connected and support them during their transition from home to Athens, and from high school to Ohio University. Participating students may also live in either the same residence hall or area of campus.

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    Student Spotlight


    Rachel Hefner is excited to be part of the team of student leaders who will welcome new Bobcats to campus this summer for Bobcat Student Orientation. Hefner, from Perrysburg, is an undecided student in University College and a member of the OHIO Honors Program.

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    Alumni Spotlight


    As a new account executive for NASCAR in Daytona Beach, Florida, University College graduate Ryan Hiser is applying his love of sports, people skills and experience at OHIO to forge a career at one of the world’s best-known stock car race companies. Hiser entered OHIO with an economics major and an interest in investment banking, but as his interests shifted he changed majors and graduated with a specialized studies degree focused in international business, trade and commerce.

Academic Support

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    Academic Achievement Center


    The Academic Achievement Center (AAC) helps students reach their academic goals with assistance in the form of academic coaching, tutoring and Supplemental Instruction. Students can access writing assistance through the Writing Commons.

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    Accessibility Services


    Accessibility Services ensures equal opportunity and the development of an academic environment that is accessible to all people without the need for adaptation.

Featured Events

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Monday, October 21 Absen-TEA Party 3:00 PM — 6:00 PM Baker Center

Wednesday, October 23 Absen-TEA Party 3:00 PM — 6:00 PM Baker Center

Thursday, November 14 Hills and Hollers: FEAST OF THE SEVEN FISHES with Josh Brooks 7:00 PM Athena Cinema

OHIO leaders share answers to community questions from Sept. 26 ‘University Updates’
University Updates are held throughout the year as part of OHIO’s ongoing efforts to further connections and dialogue throughout the University community.
Global Mobility Committee seeks proposals from OHIO faculty, staff
The Global Mobility Committee seeks proposals from faculty and staff on all Ohio University campuses who are interested in contributing to student mobility. 
OHIO students invited to apply for the Margaret Boyd Scholars Program
The Margaret Boyd Scholars Program cultivates curious scholars who pursue knowledge, delight in discovery, champion equity and engage in community to advance female scholarship.