The Ohio State University at Columbus

The Ohio State University requires a minimum of 120 semester credit hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. The Ohio State University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, The Ohio State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 88% of students who start college at The Ohio State University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: The Ohio State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At The Ohio State University?

The Ohio State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with The Ohio State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at The Ohio State University

When choosing a major, The Ohio State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at The Ohio State University.The Ohio State University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. The Ohio State University false.The Ohio State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ohio State University

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Does The Ohio State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with The Ohio State University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does The Ohio State University Offer Online Classes?

✅ The Ohio State University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does The Ohio State University Offer AP Credit?

✅ The Ohio State University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does The Ohio State University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at The Ohio State University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at The Ohio State University.

Does The Ohio State University Require Internships?

❌ Students at The Ohio State University are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While The Ohio State University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About The Ohio State University

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The Ohio State University Library

The main library on campus is the William Oxley Thompson Library and there are 10 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at The Ohio State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

The Ohio State University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does The Ohio State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

The Ohio State University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at The Ohio State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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