Buckeye Bridge
Complete two degrees for the affordable price of one.
Your Columbus State associate degree may guarantee you admission and tuition-free enrollment at Ohio State’s Columbus campus. Introducing Buckeye Bridge, your path to an affordable bachelor’s degree.
Buckeye Bridge is open to future Columbus State students and those already enrolled, beginning with Spring 2026 Columbus State graduates. Get Started with Buckeye Bridge
Info Sessions
Attend our virtual info sessions to learn about the Buckeye Bridge Program. Columbus State Community College staff will explain the process, review eligibility, highlight deadlines, and answer your questions. No RSVP is required.
Monday, March 9
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a. m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 11
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a. m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
7 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, March 23
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 25
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 26
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Virtual
About Buckeye Bridge
The Ohio State University and Columbus State Community College, Ohio’s largest university and community college, are working together to create more access for Ohioans who want an affordable bachelor’s degree.
Buckeye Bridge, a new partnership between Ohio State and Columbus State, guarantees eligible Columbus State graduates admission to Ohio State’s Columbus campus tuition and mandatory-fee free for up to eight semesters. Get Started with Buckeye Bridge
Broader access. More degrees. Less debt.
Columbus State and Ohio State have long worked to make college more accessible to Ohioans, signing our original Preferred Pathway agreement in 2011.
The Pathway allows students to complete an associate degree at Columbus State - with our low tuition and small classes - then transfer to Ohio State to finish their bachelor's degree.
Buckeye Bridge extends this partnership. In addition to waiving tuition and fees at Ohio State, the colleges will also work together on advising, transfer counseling, academic support, and assessment to make it easier to enroll and graduate.
The first eligible students will be Spring 2026 Columbus State graduates who transfer to Ohio State's Columbus campus in Fall 2026.
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All students are welcome
Columbus State serves students in various phases of life, learning, and career, including those who attend our Delaware Campus, regional learning centers, or learn fully online.
Whether you’re a College Credit Plus student, soon-to-be or recent high school grad, adult learner, or an online student, if you’re eligible, Buckeye Bridge is for you.