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2026-27 cycleAthens, OH

Ohio University-Main Campus

Ohio University is a public research university located in Athens, Ohio. Known for its classic college-town feel and historic campus, OHIO offers a broad range of undergraduate programs including the nation's first Honors Tutorial College.

Acceptance rate

85%

Undergrad enrollment

17,254

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$50

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
Early ActionEarly Action DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
ScholarshipFreshman Priority Merit Scholarship DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
Regular DecisionRolling Admission / Regular Decision DeadlineFebruary 1, 2027
Financial AidFirst-priority FAFSA Consideration DateFebruary 15, 2027
ScholarshipTransfer Merit Scholarship DeadlineMay 15, 2027
TransferFall Priority Transfer Application DeadlineJune 15, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

RequiredMajor choice600 words

Please explain why you have chosen your particular program of study.

RequiredAcademic Interest600 words

We expect that one reason you seek a tutorial education is for the one-on-one interaction with faculty, but other than that, what interests you about pursuing a tutorial-based undergraduate education? What aspects of your education and life experience have prepared you for a tutorial education with its emphasis on research and creative activity?

OptionalPersonal Statement500 words

This essay is optional. You may use this space to describe any academic challenges you have faced, your preparation for success in your academic and career objectives, or any additional information that you would like to have associated with your application.

OptionalMajor choice600 words

OHIO's College of Business students are both academically prepared and engaged in a hands-on, applied learning experience. Rigorous academics matter in our College of Business, but we also value our students' contributions beyond GPA. We want to understand your leadership potential and how you'll engage as a student in OHIO's College of Business. So, in addition to the qualifications present in your academic materials, how has your academic, extracurricular, community service or work experience shaped and prepared you to succeed in OHIO's College of Business?

Data gathered August 2026.