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www.osu.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Ohio State University
Ohio State University (OSU) is a public research university located in Columbus, Ohio. It was founded in 1870 and is the flagship institution of the state's higher education system. OSU is known for its strong academic programs, extensive research capabilities, and vibrant campus life. The university offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs across 14 colleges and schools. OSU is also renowned for its athletics, with the Ohio State Buckeyes competing in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
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QS World University Rankings #99 · 2026QS World University Rankings #99 · 2025QS World University Rankings #61 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 2,100 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
8/10
Diversity
8/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$18,209 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
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Student Life
58,000 students (11,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 2,100 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
Wexner Medical CenterOhio StadiumLibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 52%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 52%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.6, p25=3.6, p75=3.6 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school