The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
How selective is it?
The Ohio State University is in our Moderately Selective tier (~50-75% acceptance). Most students who meet the typical course/GPA expectations are admitted.
Estimates conflict (~51-61%) and have shifted year to year.
Tiers are broad on purpose. Acceptance rates move every cycle, and many schools are more competitive for specific majors than the school overall, so use this as a starting point for your list, not a prediction.
How to use The Ohio State University in your college list
This is commonly a target or likely school for students who meet the usual course and GPA expectations. Confirm program-specific requirements and priority deadlines, since some programs here fill early.
Building a list across tiers? See all 18 Ohio colleges in our finder, or follow our guide to building a list by score and GPA.
What it's known for
The Ohio State University is widely recognized for strengths in the fields below. This reflects peer-assessment rankings and long-standing reputation, not a full list of programs.
Explore related majors: Accounting, Nursing, Finance, Health Sciences, Business Administration, Public Health.
Check the current numbers yourself
For The Ohio State University's current test-score and GPA ranges, acceptance rate, and cost, go to the source:
- Find its Common Data Set ↗ Section C has the middle 50% of scores and GPA. Our step-by-step guide shows how to read it.
- College Scorecard ↗ U.S. Department of Education data on cost, graduation, and outcomes.
- Net price calculator ↗ Estimate what your family would actually pay after aid.
- Find the official admissions page ↗ Deadlines, requirements, and how to apply.
Similar colleges to consider
Schools with a similar selectivity, in the same state, or known for the same fields. A balanced list usually mixes a few reaches, several realistic targets, and at least one or two safeties.
- University of Wisconsin-MadisonMadison, WI · Selective
- University of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI · Highly Selective
- Brigham Young UniversityProvo, UT · Moderately Selective
- College of WoosterWooster, OH · Moderately Selective
- Ohio Northern UniversityAda, OH · Moderately Selective
- Ohio Wesleyan UniversityDelaware, OH · Moderately Selective
Frequently asked questions
How selective is The Ohio State University?+
The Ohio State University sits in our "Moderately Selective" tier (~50-75% acceptance). Estimates conflict (~51-61%) and have shifted year to year.
Is The Ohio State University hard to get into?+
Most students who meet the typical course/GPA expectations are admitted. Selectivity varies by major and changes every admissions cycle, so treat the tier as a starting point and check The Ohio State University's own admissions data for the current year.
What is The Ohio State University known for?+
The Ohio State University is widely recognized for strengths in Accounting, Nursing & Health. This reflects reputation and peer-assessment rankings, not a complete list of programs, so confirm that a specific major is offered and how competitive it is.
How do I find The Ohio State University's current SAT, ACT, and GPA ranges?+
Search "The Ohio State University Common Data Set" and open Section C, which lists the middle 50% of test scores and GPA for the entering class. Our guide "How to Build Your Own College List by Score and GPA" on this site walks through it step by step.
Where is The Ohio State University?+
The Ohio State University is a public institution in Columbus, Ohio.
Selectivity tiers and "known for" tags are general guidance compiled from public sources and may be out of date. MajorAtlas isn't affiliated with The Ohio State University. Always confirm details with the school.