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Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, Ohio · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$51,438

Acceptance Rate

51%

Graduation Rate

88%

Annual Tuition

$12,859

At a Glance

Total Students

44,617

Retention Rate

94%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

30%

Median Debt

$19,976

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Ohio State University-Main Campus is a large public institution with a student body of over 44,600. The university has a moderate acceptance rate of 50.8% and a high retention rate of 94.1%. Nearly 88% of students graduate. The average in-state tuition is $12,859.

Graduates see a return on their investment with median earnings of $49,087 one year after graduation, increasing to $51,438 after five years, and $60,409 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $19,976, and over 30% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$49k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 29% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Ohio State University-Main Campus graduates earn $49,087. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $51,438. Ten years after graduation, earnings reach $60,409. The median debt for graduates is $19,976.

Ohio State University-Main Campus has an 87.9% graduation rate and a 94.1% retention rate. The university has an acceptance rate of 50.8% and a student population of 44,617. 30.4% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, OH 43201

Ohio State University-Main Campus is located in Columbus, Ohio. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ohio State University-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 50.8%.