Ohio State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Ohio State University admits about 60.6% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1310–1480 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 28–33 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Ohio State University At a Glance
| Location | Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 45,638 |
| Acceptance Rate | 60.6% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 640-720 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 670-760 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1310-1480 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1387 |
| ACT Range | 28-32 |
| Average Net Price | $17,269/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $13,641/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $42,423/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 86.6% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 94.2% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $67,080 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How Ohio State University Compares
Ohio State University is more selective than about 72% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 45,638 students, it is larger than about 97% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohio State University's acceptance rate?
Ohio State University's acceptance rate is about 60.6%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Ohio State University?
Admitted students at Ohio State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1310 and 1480 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Ohio State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Ohio State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Ohio State University?
The average net price reported for Ohio State University is $17,269 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.