Ohio University

Representatives from Ohio University admissions are available for virtual appointments or by email and phone.  Students interested in making a virtual appointment are encouraged to contact Lindsay Lake Hawkins directly via email at the contact information below or may schedule an appointment through the OU website at the links below.  Students seeking more information on the availability of virtual programming through OU admissions are encouraged to visit the partnerships website linked below.

About Ohio University

Established in 1804, Ohio University is Ohio's first university and is a state-sponsored institution located in Athens, Ohio (about 65 miles from downtown Columbus). Ohio University is considered a "research university" and educates students in over 250 majors on its main campus through the doctoral level with several of these programs available online through their Global Campus and in person at several campuses in the region. Over 40,000 students attend classes at Ohio University's campuses each semester. Students who have earned 12 hours or more after high school are considered transfer students to Ohio University.

 

Benefits for Columbus State Graduates

• Several 2+2 programs allowing students to take courses for two years at Columbus State and then transfer to Ohio University to complete their bachelor's degree in two additional years. 
• Free online application for Columbus State students.
• Columbus State students who enroll in the STEP program will "lock in" the current tuition, room, and board fees (if applicable- only at Athens campus) at Ohio University, even if a student does not transfer to Ohio University for 1-2 years from enrollment in STEP.  Students who have graduated high school and are taking classes at Columbus State are eligible for this part of the STEP program (all students taking classes at Columbus State, including College Credit Plus students, are eligible for the STEP program)
• "D" grades transfer as credit toward requirements for the degree (except for special instances involving course work for the major)
• Transfer scholarships available. 

Information for Columbus State Students

• Columbus State Community College Partnership Information
• Strategic Transfer Education Plan (STEP) Information for Columbus State students. 
• Important information for students before applying to Ohio University.
• Special admissions criteria for competitive program application at Ohio University
• Ohio University General Education Equivalency Guide with Columbus State courses. 
• Information regarding programs/majors available at Ohio University's regional campuses or the E-Campus

Ohio University Contact for Columbus State Students

Lindsay Lake Hawkins, Associate Director for Outreach and Engagement, is available to speak to Columbus State students online via Zoom.  Her schedule, as well as the schedule for other related Ohio University transfer events, can be viewed below and at: https://admissions.ohio.edu/portal/ccvisit_columbusstate

Lindsay welcomes students who have just begun their studies at Columbus State to those who have already graduated and are planning transfer to Ohio University.  If students have any questions, they may contact her at 740.597.2532 or through email at lakel@ohio.edu.

Virtual Appointments 

For fastest service, please email Lindsay Lake Hawkins to request a virtual appointment or to have your quick questions answered.   If you wish to make an appointment directly, you may use this link to do so.  

Information on Ohio University Admissions During COVID-19

For more information about undergraduate admission for Athens, E-Campus, and regional campuses for incoming first-year students and transfer students, please follow this link: https://www.ohio.edu/admissions/coronavirus

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Pathways

BS	Applied Communication	AA, AS, or AAS All Programs	2+2
BS	Applied Communication	AA Communication Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major	2+2
BSAM	Applied Management	AA, AS, or AAS All Programs	2+2
BCJ	Criminal Justice	AAS Justice and Safety Related	2+2
BAHCS	Customer Service	AA, AS, or AAS All Programs	2+2
BS	Integrated Healthcare Studies	AAS Health Related	2+2
BS	Nursing	Associate degree in Nursing	2+2
BSSLS	Sport and Lifestyle Studies	AAS SES Athletic Performance Track	2+2
BSSLS	Sport and Lifestyle Studies	AAS SES Exercise Science Track	2+2
BSSLS	Sport and Lifestyle Studies	AAS SES Recreation and Leisure Track	2+2
BSSLS	Sport and Lifestyle Studies	AAS SES Sports Managment Track	2+2
BA	Psychology	AA Psychology Bachelor's Degree Transfer Major	2+2
BTAS	Technical and Applied Studies	AAS All Programs	2+2
BSTOM	Technical Operations Management	AAS All Programs	2+2

 

Links to Competitive and Selective Entry Programs at Ohio University (Athens)

• College of Business 
• Scripps College of Communication
• Teacher Education 
• Russ College of Engineering and Technology 
• Nursing (Traditional Entry- BSN)