Ohio State University-Main Campus (OSU) is a four-year, public school located in Columbus, OH. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The OSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $12,859 for Ohio residents and $38,365 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,125.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 60,540 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).

OSU's acceptance rate is 50.82% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.65%. The median SAT scores is 1400 and the ACT socre is 31.

OSU ranked 106th in National Universities and 4th in Ohio Colleges rankings. Ohio State University-Main Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Ohio State University-Main Campus is $12,859 for in-state students and $38,365 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $13,497 for in-state students and $41,227 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $13,244 for Ohio residents and $40,060 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $14,016 for Ohio residents and $42,923 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,859$38,365
Graduate$13,497$41,227
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$13,244$40,060
Graduate$14,016$42,923

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »50.82% Acceptance Rate / 22.65% Yield
Test Scores »1,400 SAT / 31 ACT
Graduation Rate »88%
Transfer-out Rate7%
Retention Rate93%(full-time), 52% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.88% (17 to 1)
Student Population »60,540 (46,123 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$11,125

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Ohio State University-Main Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at OSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Ohio State University-Main Campus Directory Information

Address190 N. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43201
Phone614-292-6446
WEBSchool's Website
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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