As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio.
4.2 out of 5 (15 ratings / 14 reviews) Columbus, Ohio, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Humanities (29)
- B.A. Arabic
- B.A. Chinese
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. Comparative Studies
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. German
- B.A. Hebrew
- B.A. History
- B.A. Islamic Studies
- B.A. Italian
- B.A. Japanese
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Korean
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.A. Modern Greek
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Portuguese
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Romance Studies
- B.A. Russian
- B.A. Spanish
- B.A. World Literatures
Social Sciences (28)
- B.Sc. Anthropological Sciences
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Communication
- B.A. Comparative Studies
- BS, BA Economics
- B.Sc. Economics – Business
- BS/BA Geography
- B.A. Hebrew
- B.Sc. International Business
- BS, BA International Studies
- B.A. Japanese
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.A. Political Science
- BS, BA Psychology
- B.A. Sociology
- B.A. World Politics
Business & Management (24)
- B.Sc. Accounting
- BS/BA Actuarial Science
- B.Sc. Agriscience Education
- B.A. Arts Management
- B.Sc. Community Leadership
- B.Sc. Data Analytics
- B.Sc. Economics – Business
- B.Sc. Finance
- B.Sc. Food Business Management
- B.Sc. Human Resources
- B.Sc. Insurance
- B.Sc. International Business
- B.Sc. Logistics Management
- B.Sc. Marketing
- BS, BA Mathematics
- B.Sc. Operations Management
Arts, Design & Architecture (22)
- B.Sc. Architecture
- BA, BFA Art
- B.A. Arts Management
- BFA Dance
- B.A. Film Studies
- B.A. History of Art
- BSD Interior Design
- B.Sc. Landscape Architecture
- B.M. Music - Composition
- B.M. Music - Theory
- B.M. Music – Jazz Studies
- B.A. Theatre
Engineering & Technology (17)
- B.Sc. Aviation
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.Sc. Environmental Science
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Welding Engineering
Medicine & Health (16)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Science
- B.Sc. Culinary Science
- B.Sc. Dental Hygiene
- B.Sc. Health Sciences Program
- B.Sc. Human Nutrition
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Sc. Nursing (RN to BSN)
- B.Sc. Pharmaceutical Sciences
- B.Sc. Plant Health Management
- B.Sc. Public Health
- B.Sc. Respiratory Therapy
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (14)
- BS/BA Actuarial Science
- BS, BA Biochemistry
- BS, BA Biology
- B.Sc. Biomedical Science
- BS, BA Chemistry
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- BS, BA Mathematics
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Molecular Genetics
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Physics
Education & Training (13)
- B.Sc. Agriscience Education
- B.Sc. Child and Youth Studies
Agriculture & Forestry (12)
- B.Sc. Agriscience Education
- B.Sc. Animal Sciences
- BS, BA Entomology
- B.Sc. Plant Health Management
- B.Sc. Plant Pathology
- BS, BA Zoology
Applied Sciences & Professions (10)
- B.Sc. Culinary Science
- B.Sc. Food Business Management
- B.Sc. Meat Science
- B.Sc. Social Work
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (9)
- B.Sc. Atmospheric Sciences
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- BS, BA Earth Sciences
- B.Sc. Environmental Science
- BS, BA Evolution and Ecology
Computer Science & IT (7)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (7)
- B.Sc. Athletic Training
- B.Sc. Culinary Science
- B.Sc. Hospitality Management
- B.Sc. Sport Industry
Journalism & Media (1)
- B.A. Journalism
Law (1)
About
History
Since 1870, Ohio State has been the stage for academic achievement and a laboratory for innovation. It's where friendships are forged. It's where rivalries and revelry are born.
Education
Ohio State offers a rich landscape of 200+ majors and world-renowned instructors to guide you through them.
Graduate and Professional Admissions facilitates the admission of students to more than 95 doctoral programs, 108 master's programs, and undergraduate and post-baccalaureate professional programs.
Research
Research Areas:
- Sustainability
- Food and Agriculture
- Health and Wellness
- Wexner Medical Center
Career
Experienced career consultants can help you in all stages of your career using a variety of career development tools and services.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
45 1
2019
46
2018
46
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
70 1
2019
71 -1
2018
70
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
100 -6
2018
94 -14
2017
80
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
101 -12
2019
89 -3
2018
86
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
When you think of The Ohio State University, think of all of Ohio. As a land-grant institution, Ohio State has a presence all across the state. That means no matter where you are, there’s an Ohio State near you.
Every Ohio State location across the state is more than a campus or research center — it’s the birthplace of knowledge and new perspectives. Expect a close-knit community and an environment where award-winning faculty know you by name.
Library services
Thompson Library
18th Avenue Library
Research Commons
Architecture Library
Biological Sciences/Pharmacy Library
Fine Arts Library
FAES Library & Student Success Center
Geology Library
Health Sciences Library
Law Library
Music & Dance Library
Veterinary Medicine Library
ICT services
We provide on-demand support services to our classrooms at no cost, including:
- Classroom technology support
- Technology equipment loan
- Routing and addressing all classroom related issues, including HVAC, lighting, and furniture concerns
Medical services
The OSU Health Plan offers a full range of health benefits—including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and more—at reasonable costs to members.
Student Life
Campus life
Columbus
For 147 years, the campus in Columbus has been the stage for academic achievement and a laboratory for innovation.
Lima
A small campus with big opportunities, Lima offers students a unique campus spirit with a truly personalized academic experience.
Sports facilities
- 360 Panoramic Vision
- Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center
- Bill Davis Stadium
- Buckeye Field (SB)
- Buckeye Varsity Field (FH)
- Covelli Center
- French Field House
- Golf Courses
Student clubs
Geographically based alumni clubs offer service opportunities and gather around the shared Buckeye experience. Club members hold events, promote student scholarships, perform community service, greet prospective students and generally celebrate being part of our ever-expanding family.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Overall, OSU has been amazing. Professors truly care, classes are interesting, and there’s a great sense of community. Sometimes all the options available can be overwhelming, but there aren’t plenty of resources to help navigate. I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else.
Buckeye for life
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall I really enjoyed my experience at OSU
Brief account of my field of study schedule
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My first two years at the university were very good. I was trained on my field of study which is accounting. That is starting from the overall base. Added to that, in order to strengthen and enlight me on the accounting domain, my university sent me for an internship in a financial institution in order to learn more. This made me to enter in my third year university with...
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