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“As a mechanical engineering student, I’ve loved how hands-on everything is. Instead of just learning theories, we actually get to build and test things and see how what we learn works in real life. One of my favorite classes involved working with Arduino systems, sensors, and coding, figuring out how everything connects in a real project.”

Saini Divjot
Mechanical Engineering
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“Navigating the international admissions process can be challenging, but Ohio State offered outstanding resources to support me throughout my journey. The India Gateway in Mumbai was instrumental from the beginning. As soon as I received my admission offer, they reached out to provide invaluable guidance. A key lesson I learned is that every member of the Ohio State community can be a valuable resource.”

Yashwardhan Joshi
Finance and Economics
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“The academic environment at Ohio State is dynamic and intellectually stimulating. While the courses are rigorous and often push me out of my comfort zone, this challenge has been incredibly rewarding. I appreciate the diverse teaching methods used by professors — from engaging lectures to interactive seminars and group projects — that encourage us to not only absorb information but also critically analyze and apply it in real-world scenarios.”

Udita Kale
Industrial Engineering
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“Ohio State stood out to me because it’s such a large university with a big international student community. I knew there would be a lot of resources and support available. Everything I needed was right on campus, which made it feel like a good fit for me.”

Saira Ramanna
Interior Design
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Get access to 200+ majors

Few universities can match the scale and opportunity of Ohio State. Filter our list of 200+ majors to find the one that interests you.
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Columbus, Ohio: A city of possibility

Ohio State is conveniently located just steps away from one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S.
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Join any of 1,400+ student organizations

Passionate about something? You’ll find a community dedicated to it at Ohio State!
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Personalized career support from day one

With on-demand career coaches and 30+ career fairs each year, Ohio State makes it easy to find your path toward a bright, fulfilling future.
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Ohio State Executive Vice President and Provost Ravi V. Bellamkonda spoke about the university's AI Fluency initiative.

Fluent in AI. Fluent in the Future.

Through Ohio State’s bold AI Fluency initiative, students will become “bilingual” — fluent in both their major field of study and the application of AI in that area. This transformative approach prepares Buckeyes to lead in a world shaped by intelligent technologies.
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Top Ranked: Trusted Excellence

Ohio State ranks #15 by U.S. News & World Report (U.S. public universities) Our programs also shine individually:
  • #6 Undergraduate Business (Public)
  • #15 Undergraduate Engineering (Public)
  • #1 Nursing Program (Public)
  • ...and many more across disciplines.
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Parent/Guardian Support

We know the college journey is a family journey. Whether you're helping with applications or planning a campus visit, Ohio State offers resources to support parents and guardians every step of the way.
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