The Ohio State University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 51%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1290-1440
ACT Range: 29-32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 47,106
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $12,485
Out-of-State Tuition: $36,722
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Columbus, Ohio
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 27°F (-3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 72°F (22°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 39 inches (990 mm)
Nearest Airport: John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) — Approximately 6 miles (15-minute drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram:@theohiostateuniversity
Swim Team Instagram: @ohiostswimdive
Twitter:@OhioState
Facebook: Ohio State University
LinkedIn: The Ohio State University
YouTube: Ohio State
TikTok: @theohiostateuniversity
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion
Head Coach: Bill Dorenkott
Recruiting Questionnaire: N/A
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #16
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in Big Ten
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #14
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in Big Ten
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U.S. News College Rankings
#41 in National Universities (tie)
#15 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#20 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
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#12 in Biological / Agricultural
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Electrical / Electronic / Communications
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Environmental / Environmental Health
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#10 in Production / Operation Management (tie)
#5 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics
#50 in First-Year Experiences (tie)
#22 in Best Colleges for Veterans (tie)
#45 in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#37
Best Employers for New Grads 2025
#138
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#424
America's Dream Employers 2025
#86
#32
In Public Colleges
#63
In Research Universities
#11
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#38
America's Best Employers for Women 2024
#230
Best Employers for Diversity 2023
#97
America's Best Value Colleges 2019
#84
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A
Diversity: A
Athletics: A+
Professors: A
Dorms: B
Student Life: A+
Value: B
Campus: A
Party Scene: A+
Location: A
Campus Food: A+
Safety: C
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #22 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #13 of 1,332
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