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The first step: Paige
Commencement gave way to a career with Nestlé for this recent grad
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A recent grad of Ohio State poses outside of a lab with two friends in hard hats and protective vests
Fighting for lifetimes
Distinguished University Professor Dr. Gail Besner is transforming pediatric surgery
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A woman poses in front of a window with the Columbus skyline in the background
President calls for a commitment to excellence
Bellamkonda delivers first State of the University address
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A portrait of Ohio State President Ravi V. Bellamkonda
Two students walk past the Thompson statue on Ohio State's Columbus campus

Ohio State moves up in national rankings

The university ranked first in Ohio and 14th nationally among public universities in the 2027 Best Colleges rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
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Three students collaborate in the BuildX space in Pomerene Hall.

BuildX will support student founders

New program equips students with startup-driven skills, mentorship and rapid experimentation to transform promising ideas into entrepreneurial success.
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A student playing the guitar on the Oval smiles at the camera during Ohio State's annual involvement fair

Apply to Ohio State

Applications for Ohio State are open! This is a great time for students considering college to explore more about what the university has to offer.
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Explore campus

Students interact while sitting in the lobby of the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Chemistry building.
Students walk across the Oval as the Orton Hall bell tower is visible in the distance.
A student climbs up the climbing wall at the Outdoor Adventure Center.
An overhead view of students working at tables in the Orton Hall library.
Visitors observe art at the Wexner Center for the Arts.
Four students studying in front of a fireplace in the Ohio Union.
The Great Hall of the Ohio Union decorated with the flags from many countries during the Taste of OSU student event.
Students walk on the Oval with the statue of William Oxley Thompson in the foreground.
Four students in Ohio State football jerseys perform O-H-I-O in the Ohio Stadium rotunda.
A faculty member instructs while surrounded by a number of students in Ohio State’s Innovation Space.
Students using the facilities across two floors at the Recreation Physical Activity Center.
Brutus Buckeye held aloft by Ohio State football fans during a football game at Ohio Stadium.
Five student stand in front of the Life and Physical Sciences building at Ohio State Lima.
Ohio State Lima students engaged the entire campus during the annual Share Kindness event.
Six students collaborate around a table in the Perry Webb Student Life building at Ohio State Lima.
Five students walking toward the camera in Maynard Hall at Ohio State Marion.
Three students sitting on couches laugh together at the Alber Student Center at Ohio State Marion.
Two students walk together at Ohio State Marion with the Library Classroom Building visible in the distance.
Two students walk on a bridge on the Ohio State Mansfield campus.
A student shoots pool while another looks on at the Eisenhower Student Union on the Ohio State Mansfield campus.
Students walk outside of Ovalwood Hall at Ohio State Mansfield.
Two student stand on a bridge at Ohio State Newark.
A astronomical display at the SciDome Planetarium at Ohio State Newark.
Four masked students walk on campus at Ohio State Newark.
Six students talk at the Ohio State ATI campus.
A student studies in a study space at CFAES Wooster.
Two individuals work on red and green plants in a greenhouse at Ohio State ATI.

Explore campus

Students interact while sitting in the lobby of the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Chemistry building.
A popular study spot is creatively illuminated at the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Chemistry building.
Students walk across the Oval as the Orton Hall bell tower is visible in the distance.
Orton Hall stands proudly in the distance, framed by the beautiful and famed Oval lawn.
A student climbs up the climbing wall at the Outdoor Adventure Center.
A student takes advantage of the climbing facilities at the Outdoor Adventure Center.
An overhead view of students working at tables in the Orton Hall library.
Surrounded by knowledge and famed architecture, Orton Hall is a popular study spot.
Visitors observe art at the Wexner Center for the Arts.
Tracie McCambridge leads the Art on the Brain program at the Wexner Center for the Arts.
Four students studying in front of a fireplace in the Ohio Union.
A cozy fire, comfy seats and warm surroundings help students study at the Ohio Union.
The Great Hall of the Ohio Union decorated with the flags from many countries during the Taste of OSU student event.
Students sample foods from around the world in the Union during the Taste of OSU event.
Students walk on the Oval with the statue of William Oxley Thompson in the foreground.
The statue of William Oxley Thompson watches over students walking across the Oval.
Four students in Ohio State football jerseys perform O-H-I-O in the Ohio Stadium rotunda.
Students perform the iconic O-H-I-O inside the Shoe’s beautiful and renowned rotunda.
A faculty member instructs while surrounded by a number of students in Ohio State’s Innovation Space.
Ziv Bell teaches a class of students in the Innovation Space located in Campbell Hall.
Students using the facilities across two floors at the Recreation Physical Activity Center.
Students exercising and eating healthy at the popular Recreation and Physical Activity Center.
Brutus Buckeye held aloft by Ohio State football fans during a football game at Ohio Stadium.
Brutus doing what Brutus does best: celebrating another Ohio State Buckeyes victory.
Five student stand in front of the Life and Physical Sciences building at Ohio State Lima.
Students gather and chat in front of the Life and Physical Sciences building at Ohio State Lima.
Ohio State Lima students engaged the entire campus during the annual Share Kindness event.
Ohio State Lima students engaged the entire campus during the annual Share Kindness event.
Six students collaborate around a table in the Perry Webb Student Life building at Ohio State Lima.
The Perry Webb Student Life building at Ohio State Lima is a popular place to study and chat.
Five students walking toward the camera in Maynard Hall at Ohio State Marion.
Inside Maynard Hall, Ohio State Marion students walk across The Ohio State University seal.
Three students sitting on couches laugh together at the Alber Student Center at Ohio State Marion.
Everyone needs a break from studying, like these Marion students inside the Alber Student Center.
Two students walk together at Ohio State Marion with the Library Classroom Building visible in the distance.
Students enjoying the beautiful weather, strolling in front of the Library Classroom Building.
Two students walk on a bridge on the Ohio State Mansfield campus.
Students enjoying one of many scenic pathways found on Ohio State’s Mansfield campus.
A student shoots pool while another looks on at the Eisenhower Student Union on the Ohio State Mansfield campus.
How about a quick game before class? A student lines up a shot at the Eisenhower Student Union.
Students walk outside of Ovalwood Hall at Ohio State Mansfield.
When one class ends, another begins. Students stroll from one to another in front of Ovalwood Hall.
Two student stand on a bridge at Ohio State Newark.
Stop and enjoy one of the 2,000 musical pieces played from the Everett D. Reese Carillon bell tower.
A astronomical display at the SciDome Planetarium at Ohio State Newark.
Look to the stars at the SciDome Planetarium at The Works on the Newark campus.
Four masked students walk on campus at Ohio State Newark.
Three students walk on Ohio State’s Newark campus outside of the McConnell Residence Hall.
Six students talk at the Ohio State ATI campus.
Ohio State ATI students enjoying a brisk and bright fall day on the CFAES Wooster campus.
A student studies in a study space at CFAES Wooster.
Sometimes you have to head down and power through like this student as CFAES Wooster.
Two individuals work on red and green plants in a greenhouse at Ohio State ATI.
One of seven greenhouses at the Greenhouse Complex at Ohio State ATI on the CFAES Wooster campus.

  • Columbus

    The Buckeye heart of The Ohio State University, located right in the heart of Ohio

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  • Lima

    Developing leaders with the resources and strength of the state’s top university

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  • Marion

    Bringing higher education opportunities to a broader community, throughout Ohio and beyond

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  • Mansfield

    Smaller campus, smaller class sizes but big opportunities to leverage the strength of Ohio State

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  • Newark

    Excellence in academics and innovative research opportunities paired with a supportive community

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  • Wooster

    A critical component of our state-wide research enterprise with boundless opportunities

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Key Issues at Ohio State

Information on Legislative and Executive Actions

Ohio State continues to monitor and review legislation and executive actions brought forth at all levels of government. As a public institution, the university will comply with all local, state and federal laws and regulations. At the same time, Ohio State is committed to maintaining an environment in which students, faculty and staff have the resources needed to fully participate and succeed in teaching, learning, research and patient care.

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SB 1 Implementation

The Advance Ohio Higher Education Act (SB 1) went into effect on June 27, 2025, though a number of provisions in the bill have delayed effective dates. Ohio State is working to implement SB 1 in a way that is consistent with our mission to conduct research, support creative expression, prepare students for their careers, and make a positive difference in our state.

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