Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
50.82%
SAT Average
1,407
ACT Range
29-32
Ohio State University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 50.82%. This means approximately 508 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 44,617 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
50.82%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,859 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $38,365 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,320 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,292 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.45% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 30.42% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ohio State University-Main Campus Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$38,365
Room and board
$14,272
Books and supplies
$1,030
Other expenses
$3,070
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,320
Average net price
$18,292
Average aid coverage
38%
$11,028 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ohio State University-Main Campus pays approximately $18,292 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Ohio average of $17,854 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Ohio State University-Main Campus net price
$18,292
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Ohio State University-Main Campus Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $38,365 and average net price at $18,292. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$38,365
Current net price
$18,292
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
87.73%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,409
Undergraduates
44,617
10-Year Median Earnings - Ohio State University-Main Campus vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ohio State University-Main Campus graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Undergraduates
44,617
Completion rate
87.73%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.45%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
30.42%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.45% of Ohio State University-Main Campus students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 30.42% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Ohio State University-Main Campus's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ohio State University-Main Campus lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Ohio State University-Main Campus is listed at 15 E. 15th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ohio State University-Main Campus with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | 50.82% | $38,365 | $18,292 | $60,409 |
| Chamberlain University-Ohio | 75.00% | $19,686 | $32,074 | $92,405 |
| Case Western Reserve University | 28.68% | $64,671 | $38,909 | $87,989 |
| Ohio Northern University | 73.35% | $37,800 | $25,727 | $80,928 |
| Four County Career Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $77,338 |
Similar Schools in Columbus
This local cluster focuses on nearby Columbus schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Columbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohio State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?
Ohio State University-Main Campus's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 50.82%.
How much is Ohio State University-Main Campus tuition?
Ohio State University-Main Campus's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $38,365.
What is Ohio State University-Main Campus's average net price?
Ohio State University-Main Campus's average net price in the local dataset is $18,292.
What is Ohio State University-Main Campus's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,409 for Ohio State University-Main Campus.
Is Ohio State University-Main Campus accredited?
Ohio State University-Main Campus's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ohio State University-Main Campus?
The local dataset lists 44,617 undergraduate students at Ohio State University-Main Campus.
What percentage of Ohio State University-Main Campus students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ohio State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 19.45%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
The federal loan rate for Ohio State University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 30.42%.
Where should I verify Ohio State University-Main Campus data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ohio State University-Main Campus or the latest official federal education data.