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Ohio State University- Main Campus is located in Columbus, Ohio. It is a public university that offeres certificate, bachelors, masters and professional degrees. There are more than 50,000 students in this university. There are several schools and colleges under this university. They are:
The athletics teams of Ohio State University - Main Campus are nicknamed the Buckeyes. The official colors are gray and scarlet, and the mascot is Brutus the Buckeye. Ohio State University has won national championships in men's swimming & diving, men's gymnastics, men's fencing, men's outdoor track & field, football and men's golf.
The school offers a wide range of choices in programs of study. The most common majors at Ohio State are in family and social work.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 540 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Ohio State centered around 590 to 680, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff. Instructors at Ohio State are well-paid.
In 2007-2008, 52,568 students were enrolled in the school.
Full-time students are the norm at Ohio State. The school student athletes compete in Big Ten Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Ohio State University Main Campus
190 N. Oval Mall
Columbus, OH 43210
General Phone: (614) 292-6446
http://www.osu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 2,317 | political science, English, economics, international relations, history, sociology, geography, anthropology, ... |
| Business and Management | 1,561 | business management, accounting, marketing, finance, human resources, logistics, operations management, international business, ... |
| Medicine | 1,004 | pharmacy, medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, public health, optometry, health professions, dental clinical sciences, ... |
| Engineering | 998 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, aerospace engineering, various engineering courses, ... |
| Family and Social Work | 981 | family studies, social work, family resource management, human nutrition, public administration, food and nutrition |
| Education and Teaching | 960 | education, physical education teaching, art education, special ed, agricultural teaching, music teaching, middle school teaching, technical teaching, ... |
| Science | 879 | biology, zoology, microbiology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, animal genetics, biological and biomedical sciences, ... |
| Media | 588 | communication studies, journalism, communication and journalism, journalism courses |
| Therapy and Counseling | 500 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Medical Support and Technology | 338 | audiology, allied health and medical assisting, dental hygienist, clinical lab tech, radiation therapist, respiratory care tech |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 277 | registered nursing |
| Law | 219 | law, legal research |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 211 | various agricutural courses, agricultural economics, food science, food processing |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 187 | computer and info science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 185 | criminology |
| Architecture and Planning | 178 | architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture |
| Construction Trades | 156 | apparel and textiles |
| Art Studies | 152 | art studies, arts management |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 148 | exercise science, occupational therapy, dietitian, athletic trainer, parks and recreation studies, sports and fitness management |
| Mathematics | 141 | mathematics, statistics |
| Hospitality | 123 | hotel management |
| Animal Science and Care | 119 | animal science |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 99 | natural resources policy, environmental studies, conservation, natural resources management, fisheries sciences, urban forestry |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 86 | drama, dance |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 85 | ornamental horticulture, turf management, horticultural science, agronomy, soil science |
| Music | 83 | music, music performance, jazz, music theory and composition |
| Design | 61 | industrial design, design and visual communication, interior design |
| Fine Arts | 54 | art history and criticism |
| Medical Administration | 50 | medical records admin, health care facilities management |
| Religion and Philosophy | 48 | philosophy, Islamic studies, Jewish studies |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 46 | real estate |
| Transportation | 38 | aviation tech |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 21 | film studies |
| Engineering Technician | 20 | surveying tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 8,721 | 132 |
| Master's degree | 2,576 | 95 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 852 | 7 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 759 | 80 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 4 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Ohio State had a total enrollment of 52,568 students (57,779 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 72% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 8% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 29% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 83% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
| Part-Time | 79 % |
Ohio State offers campus housing for 9,038 of its 57,779 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 20,932 | 13,041 | 62% | 6,173 | 47% |
| Men | 10,718 | 6,484 | 60% | 3,093 | 48% |
| Women | 10,214 | 6,557 | 64% | 3,080 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 650 |
| SAT Math | 590 | 680 |
| ACT Verbal | 24 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 30 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 30 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 53% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,679 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,918 |
| Room and board | $ 8,352 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,383 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,140 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 309000)
Ohio State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 1,389 | 526 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 410 | 275 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 381 | 236 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 122 | $127,749 | 27 | $134,597 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 120 | $96,583 | 74 | $94,392 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 88 | $83,071 | 84 | $80,016 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $85,144 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 331 | $104,353 | 188 | $93,596 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 572 | $128,919 | 156 | $118,791 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 340 | $85,734 | 209 | $81,640 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 203 | $79,902 | 165 | $71,024 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 1,116 | $106,790 | 532 | $89,146 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Big Ten Conference |
| Basketball | Big Ten Conference |
| Baseball | Big Ten Conference |
| Track | Big Ten Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 339 | 266 | 605 |
| Football | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| Track | 23 | 23 | 46 |
| Baseball | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| Basketball | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 184 | 230 | 414 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural and Food Products Processing
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other
Food Science
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Insurance
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources Management and Policy, Other
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
Urban Forestry
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Apparel and Textiles, General
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Industrial Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Education, General
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Technical Teacher Education
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Agricultural/Biological Engineering and Bioengineering
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Physics
Engineering, Other
Industrial Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nuclear Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family Resource Management Studies, General
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Human Nutrition
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Agronomy and Crop Science
Horticultural Science
Ornamental Horticulture
Soil Science and Agronomy, General
Turf and Turfgrass Management
LAW
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Anthropology
Arabic Language and Literature
Chinese Language and Literature
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
Hebrew Language and Literature
History, General
History, Other
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Language and Literature
Korean Language and Literature
Linguistics
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Middle/Near Eastern/Semitic Languages, Lit & Linguistics, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Portuguese Language and Literature
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Russian Language and Literature
Slavic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Journalism, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Audiology/Audiologist and Hearing Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MEDICINE
Dental Clinical Sciences, General (MS, PhD)
Dentistry (DDS, DMD)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
Optometry (OD)
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (MS, PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Veterinary Sciences/Veterinary Clinical Sci, Gen (Cert,MS,PhD)
MUSIC
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Cinema Studies
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Islamic Studies
Jewish/Judaic Studies
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Anatomy
Animal Genetics
Astronomy
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General
Atomic/Molecular Physics
Biochemistry
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biophysics
Biostatistics
Botany/Plant Biology
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Entomology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
Pharmacology
Physics, General
Plant Pathology/Phytopathology
Zoology/Animal Biology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ohio State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
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| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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