Ohio University

If you are planning on applying to Ohio University, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the application fee is $50.

Ohio University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Ohio University's admissions stats.

Ohio University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	49%
Waitlist	Yes

Ohio University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Ohio University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	––
Regular Decision	Yes	February 15	––

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Applying Early to Ohio University?

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Ohio University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Ohio University Admissions

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Is Ohio University Hard To Get Into?

Getting into Ohio University is moderately difficult. Ohio University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2021, Ohio University accepted 89% of all applicants, approximately 19,245 of the 21,733 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Ohio University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to business and honors tutorial college programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to Ohio University

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Ohio University

Ohio University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Ohio University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Ohio University

What does Ohio University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Ohio University for more information on admission factors.

Ohio University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Ohio University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Ohio University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	Audition required for dance and music programs. Interview required of selected Honors Tutorial College candidates. Portfolio required of visual communication applicants
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Ohio University?

Students admitted to Ohio University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At Ohio University 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Ohio University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	25%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	18%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Ohio University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Ohio University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Ohio University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 12% of Ohio University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 49% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Ohio University?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Ohio University students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Ohio University students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Ohio University?

To be most competitive at Ohio University, you should strive to earn between 22 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Ohio University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Ohio University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Ohio University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Ohio University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Ohio University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Ohio University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Ohio University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Ohio University.

Does Ohio University accept transfer credits?

✅ Ohio University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Ohio University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Ohio University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Ohio University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Ohio University?

❌ No, Ohio University is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Ohio University's acceptance rate?

✅ Ohio University has an acceptance rate of 89%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Ohio University?

❌ Ohio University does not offer early decision.

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