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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend OSU.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at OSU. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend OSU and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend OSU in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at OSU.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at OSU – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at OSU and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at OSU finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at OSU.

New Student Applications (Fall 2010)

Of the 24,302 new freshman applicants, 68% were admitted and 40% of the admitted students enrolled at The Ohio State University in Fall 2010.
Of the 4,349 transfer applicants, 85% were admitted and 62% of the admitted students enrolled at The Ohio State University in Fall 2010.

New Freshman Admissions Info

Transfer Admissions Info

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New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores

Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended

Shows middle 50% of testing range
Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen ACT SAT
Composite 26 - 30  
Math 25 - 31 590 - 700
English 25 - 31  
Critical Reading   540 - 650
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
High School Preparation
High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen
 
Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class 89%
Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class 98%
Percent of new freshmen reporting High School Rank 66%
Average High School GPA Data Not Available
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