Ohio University
Athens, Ohio · Public
Ohio University admitted 87% of 25,126 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1130–1300 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 66% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Ohio University
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Application deadlines
Ohio University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $55 ($75 for international applicants), and Ohio University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Ohio University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Ohio University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Ohio University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
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Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Religion
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.67 GPA. 27% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $31,096 in-state and $41,464 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $20,550 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Ohio University’s acceptance rate?
Ohio University admitted 87% of applicants: 21,831 of 25,126 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Ohio University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Ohio University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1130 to 1300, with a median around 1210. A score at or above 1210 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Ohio University’s application fee?
The application fee is $55 ($75 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Ohio University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Ohio University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Ohio University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one optional essay; 250–500 words recommended (box allows 800)). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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