Sep 2, 2008

Scholarships at Ohio State University

Top 10 Reasons to Consider OSU

1. Big university, big opportunities
Our students have access to more than 160 majors, 475 academic areas of specialization, 800 student orgranizations, study abroad programs around the world, and internship and research opportunities in almost every major

2. Highly ranked
Ohio State is a top 20 national public university and top 10 research institution (based on research expenditures). Many of our academic programs are ranked among the nation`s best, including the Fisher College of Business and the College of Engineering, which are ranked in the top 20.

3. Large international community
Ohio State is an international university. Each year there are around 3,600 students from 90 countries. And the population is much higher when you add international faculty.

4. Scholarships for international students
More about International Undergraduate Scholarship and funding for international graduate students below.

5. Practical experience outside the classroom
Ohio State undergraduates can take advantage of a wide range of learning experiences outside the classroom, including internships, study abroad programs (to over 40 countries), and research opportunities

6. Honors & Scholars opportunities
The University Honors Program offers an enriched academic experience through the integration of curricular and extracurricular activities. Honors students can choose from more than 500 Honor classes taught by select faculty, live in one of four specially designed residence halls, and pursue original research under the guidance of a faculty member. The Ohio State Scholars Program gives students the chance to meet and live with other students who share academic interests and career goals. Each of the 15 Scholar Programs is dedicated to a specific are of study or special focus.

7. First Year Experience Program
Since we are a big university, we pay a lot of attention to helping students make a successful transition to college. Our First Year Experience (FYE) Program, voted one of the nation`s best, provides a friendly welcome to students new to Ohio State.

8. Unique housing experience
Learning communities are residential educational experiences that provide learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom.

9. School history and tradition
Ohio State has a long history, unique traditions, and an intensely devoted university community.

10. Urban campus location: Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State`s main campus is located in Ohio`s largest city, Columbus, which is home to thriving company headquarters, great restaurants, and many cultural and sporting events.

International Undergraduate Scholarship

The Ohio State University is committed to enrolling a diverse and talented student population. This scholarship is offered to qualified full-time, Columbus campus international freshmen (students who have not attended university since graduating from high school/secondary school) who are required to pay the nonresident tuition surcharge. Transfer students are not eligible for this award.

Eligibility
This award is offered on a competitive basis to admitted international freshmen with ACT composite scores of 26 or higher or combined SAT Critical Reading and Math scores of 1190 or higher.

Award
$6,600 ($26,400 four-year value); this award is renewable provided the recipient continues to pay the nonresident tuition surcharge, maintains a 2.5 or higher grade point average, and makes satisfactory academic progress.

To be considered
Submit the application for admission and all supporting materials by the application deadline.

More information on undergraduate admission
Undergraduate Admission and First Year Experience
Enarson Hall
154 W 12th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210-1390
Tel.: 614-292-3980
E-mail: intl.undergrad@ osu.edu
undegrad.osu. edu

Graduate Fellowships

Ohio State graduate fellowships and associateships are the primary resource of financial assistance provided to graduate students. This type of financial support includes tuition, fees, and a stipend. Approximately 55 percent of graduate students receive Ohio State graduate fellowships or assistanships.

More information on graduate admission
Graduate School
250 University Hall
230 N. Oval Mall
Columbus, OH 43210
Tel.: 614-292-9444
E-mail: gradadmissions@ osu.edu
gradsch.osu. edu


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