Updated on 10/01/2019

So, you’re thinking about applying to Ohio State University, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. There are a lot of factors in the admissions process. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores.

With an acceptance rate of 49%, admission to Ohio State is extremely competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1400, or an ACT score of around 32.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and You’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Ohio State admission statistics.

Ohio State 2019 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2023

• Ohio State’s acceptance rate in 2019 was 49%
• For the class of 2023, out of 40,240 applicants, Ohio State admitted 19,872
• The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.72
• The average ACT score was 29
• The average SAT score was 1330

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 27, and the 75th percentile score was 31.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1240. The 75th percentile score was 1440.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

Even if Ohio State is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have:

• Three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores)
• Three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores)
• Three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores)

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Ohio State’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Ohio State 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out the Common Application
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score
• Submit your high school transcript
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher (optional)

Here are the deadlines that you should be aware of:

• The application deadline is approximately October 1st
• February 1st is the financial aid application deadline

Have you been admitted to Ohio State? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Ohio State 2019 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2023

If you matriculate at Ohio State, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 52% are male and 48% are female
• 7.8% of students are international

Ohio State has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 7.8%
• Underrepresented minority: 3.9%
• Two or more races: 3.4%
• White: 75.5%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Ohio State offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Engineering
• Marketing
• Chemistry

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

Ohio State Tuition Figures

At $44,039, Ohio State’s cost of attendance is astronomical. Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $9,548.

Here’s a fuller look at Ohio State tuition and financial aid in 2017:

• Total budget: $44,039
• Average financial aid package: $9,548
• The average student debt of an Ohio State graduate is $27,930

Now, what is life like at Ohio State? Let’s take a look.

Ohio State Location

Ohio State is located in Columbus, Ohio, about two and a half miles north of downtown Columbus.

Much of the architectural style on campus is a mixture of classical, modern, and postmodern techniques. Four buildings on campus also are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Remember, you’re going to Ohio State for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Ohio State Academics

Ohio State has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Accounting
• Biochemistry
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Data Analytics
• Economics
• Film Studies
• Geography
• Health Care
• Information Systems
• Journalism
• Korean
• Linguistics
• Mathematics
• Nursing
• Operations Management
• Philosophy

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Ohio State.

Student Life at Ohio State

Ohio State has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and political interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Ohio State’s student activities:

• Adopt-A-School
• BAAM
• Cadets Against Sexual Harassment/Assault
• Dance Connection
• East Asian Culture Club
• Face The Children at Ohio State
• Game Creation Club
• H2O Students
• Impact Marketing and Design
• J2K
• Kendo Club
• Ladies of Leadership
• Mad Royal Film Society
• Namaste Bollywood
• Off the Lake Productions
• Partnering Up For Pets
• Recipe For Good

Are you an athlete? Ohio State’s got plenty of options for you.

Ohio State Athletics

Ohio State offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. 

Ohio State’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Wrestling
• Soccer
• Fencing
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with an Ohio State degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Ohio State has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver
• Author Harlan Ellison
• Author Chester Himes
• Playwright Adrienne Kennedy
• Painter Roy Lichtenstein
• Folk singer Phil Ochs
• Cartoonist Jeff Smith
• Iams founder Paul Iams
• Limited Brands CEO Leslie Wexner
• Musician Kim Deal
• Comedian Richard Lewis
• Actress Patricia Heaton

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Ohio State is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no.

If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are.

If you need to boost your GPA or test scores before application time rolls around, you should consider signing up for a course with Prep Expert. We offer one-on-one tutoring and classes, both in-person and online, at locations throughout the United States.

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