Why OSU?

Located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio State University is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive research universities. Renowned for our academic prowess, OSU ranks 43rd among national universities and 17th among public schools in the US, as per the 2024 US News & World Report rankings. The university boasts the Thompson Library, a world-class research library ranked 16th nationally by the Association of Research Libraries, and connection with the esteemed Nationwide Children’s Research Hospital, among many other collaborations. Ohio State also excels in industry-sponsored research and stands out for its innovation. With a substantial $6.9 billion annual budget and a $5.2 billion endowment ranking as the 25th largest in the US, the university invests heavily in research, with $875 million dedicated annually to research expenditures and $267 million in funding from NIH and NSF. 

With 68,000 students representing 72 countries, a faculty of 2,800, and 11,000 graduate students including 5,000 pursuing PhDs, the university has a diverse academic and social community. Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity, it fosters a vibrant and supportive campus community, earning accolades such as being a top 15 LGBTQ-friendly college by Campus Pride. Offering 114 doctoral programs across 14 colleges and supported by 75 centers and institutes, the impact of the University extends locally, nationally, and globally. The Ohio State alumni network, totaling 550,000, reflects not only our longstanding influence in education and research but also our commitment to our students.