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College Info
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Official website
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The Ohio State University
The 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 home to the Ohio State Buckeyes athletic teams, which compete in the NCAA Division I.
📍 Columbus, United StatesFounded 187057,000 students
Last full enrichment: 9 Jun 2026
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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #15 · 2026Forbes #64 · 2026US News & World Report #65 · 2026Times Higher Education #108 · 2026QS World University Rankings #151 · 2026ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #15 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 1,527 acres
The Ohio State University offers a vibrant urban campus life with a strong emphasis on sports and academics, supported by a diverse student body and modern infrastructure.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
87% placement rate
With an 87% placement rate, OSU provides strong career outcomes, particularly in fields like business, engineering, and health sciences, though average starting salaries are not specified.
Top Recruiters
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Student Life
57,000 students (10,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 1,527 acres
Location: Columbus, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
Located in Columbus, OSU serves over 57,000 students, blending urban amenities with a large, diverse community and a variety of student activities.
Wexner Center for the ArtsOhio StadiumStrosacker Research CenterCampus Green19th Avenue Market
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 64%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
OSU has an acceptance rate of 64%, with a rolling admission process that varies by school, making it ideal for students to apply between December and March for the fall semester.
Common mistakes to avoid
- 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
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 64%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school