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Cordelia Van der Veer: Buckeye roots, global reach
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Emanuel Tewolde: ‘Mentorship is everything’
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Fishing, science and the future of Lake Erie
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Apply to Ohio State starting Aug. 1

The application period for the 2027 freshman class opens on Aug. 1. Get ready to take the first step toward joining the Buckeye family!
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From New York City to Ohio State

Industrial design student Francesca Knoetgen took a leap coming to Ohio State from the east coast, but once here she found a community that set her on a path to success.
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Affordability at Ohio State

College is a big investment for students and their families. We provide affordable, high-quality education and student support — leading to a valuable degree.
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  • 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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Strauss Investigation

Ohio State condemns Strauss' reprehensible conduct and the university's failure at the time to prevent the abuse.

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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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