The Ohio State University at Columbus

The Ohio State University is very difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at The Ohio State University is 53%. Out of 65,189 applications received in 2023, 34,370 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to The Ohio State University, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the fee for the application costs $60.

Students who apply to The Ohio State University for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than March 31.

The Ohio State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The Ohio State University's admissions stats.

The Ohio State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	70%
Mean SAT Score	1340
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	53%
Waitlist	Yes

The Ohio State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The Ohio State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 31
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	March 31

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Want to Apply Early to The Ohio State University?

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The Ohio State University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. The Ohio State University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 31.

The Ohio State University accepts approximately 59% of early action applicants and 53% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, The Ohio State University admitted 26,313 of the 44,341 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to college because they hope it will increase their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The Ohio State University Admissions

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Transferring to The Ohio State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The Ohio State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at The Ohio State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by The Ohio State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Work Experience	Important
First Generation	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered

Make sure to check with The Ohio State University for more information on admission factors.

The Ohio State University Application Requirements

To apply to The Ohio State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with The Ohio State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Ohio State University?

The Ohio State University has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 29% submitted a class rank. At The Ohio State University 70% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 97% were in the top 25% and 99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The Ohio State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The Ohio State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The Ohio State University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 24% of The Ohio State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 53% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The Ohio State University?

To be competitive with other The Ohio State University applicants, you should strive to score between 1270 and 1430 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The Ohio State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1430 and 25% of scored lower than 1270, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The Ohio State University student is 1340.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The Ohio State University students scored 750 or higher and 75% of students scored 610 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The Ohio State University students scored 710 or higher, and 75% scored a 610 or higher.

To be most competitive at The Ohio State University, you should strive to earn between 27 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The Ohio State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 27 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The Ohio State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 27.

More Information on Transferring to The Ohio State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to The Ohio State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 15.

Transfer students can enroll in The Ohio State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The Ohio State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The Ohio State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The Ohio State University.

Does The Ohio State University accept transfer credits?

✅ The Ohio State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The Ohio State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does The Ohio State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The Ohio State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Ohio State University?

❌ No, The Ohio State University is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is The Ohio State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The Ohio State University is 53%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Ohio State University?

❌ The Ohio State University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at The Ohio State University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at The Ohio State University was 59% in 2021.

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