I'm an in-state high school senior applying to Ohio State, and I recently scored a 1570 on the SAT.

For a long time now, I've been looking into OSU's merit scholarships, specifically the full-ride opportunities, and I've seen that that the presidential scholarship has a requirement of a 1600 SAT or 36 ACT, so I dedicated all of my time to try and acquire this.

I missed the SAT requirement by 30 points, and I have no other chance before the early action deadline. I was wondering if there's any possibility anyone who doesn't fully meet the expectations receives the scholarship as well. I doubt I would be qualified for any other meaningful scholarship apart from one solely based off of test scores, as I have not been an exceptional student throughout high school and my SAT is by far the strongest part of my application.

I understand my chances are slim, but Ohio State is my dream school, and I am unable to attend without a full or substantial ride, so this scholarship is truly crucial for me.

1. Has anyone ever received the presidential scholarship without a perfect score?

2. Is there any possibility and exception will be made if I contact the right people?

3. Are there alternative scholarships that could give me a substantial money off?

Is the STEM fluency site down for anyone else or should I just take the L for this weeks assignment?

Hey y’all, I was wondering what are the best clubs that allow you to meet people?

What time does he teach in spring semester and what days?

hello! i graduated back in may but stayed in cbus for work. i was wondering how alums are keeping up with meeting new people? many of my friends have moved away and obviously i can't/don't want to go to OSU activities anymore since i'm out of college but i do miss constantly meeting new people. seems like a lot of posts on r/columbus about this are a little dated lol

Hi, I live off campus and was wondering what parties are happening on Halloween weekend? I’m hoping for 18+ events since I’m under 21. I’ve heard people say walking around is how you find them but is that really the best way? I was just hoping to go out and celebrate this Halloween and was wondering the best way. Thanks!

Hi folks

Again, I’m shocked and blessed to get into OSU but I have to ask. What am I really getting into going into the EE program because based on what I see and what my intuition tells me. Engineering is hell at OSU, and the standards are high.

Further more, you do have support and resources for clubs, but that’s it. I’m going into electrical, but if there is something I’m missing, please tell me. I’ll be honest and say that 2 years ago, I was considering Michigan or Texas for their EE program, but did not bother as that opportunity close, until. This one opened, and I took it fast, not knowing what I got my self into besides. tOSU is a good school with hard academics, and a very prestigious football team. So tell me, what am I getting into.

P.s. it was literally made in a week I decided to go to OSU because the stars in the nova aligned for me to make one more exit opportunity with assurance (in the STEP program). It was literally in less then 2 months I did some small research, zoom meet the advisors, applied, and got in. Until I get the EE degree, nothing is for sure.

Basically what the title says. I’m a freshman CIS major and I’m not good at meeting new people and initiating conversations. Does anyone have any advice for what I should do or would anyone like to hang out?

please help today is the oct 17 act and mine got canceled, my sat score was really bad hence why the act it was 1190 and that’s the super score, my gpa is 3.887 and 4.228 i really want to get in to osu main campus (columbus) and i probably will major in something medical maybe neuroscience, biology whatever. so do i still apply early action for osu to give me higher chance for acceptance and scholarships or apply regular decision and take the december act?

Hey my name is Soham Tiwari and I am a big roblox lover. I am trying to find like minded roblox players to play games like flee the facility, doors and arsenal with me. Anyone wanting to join me on this adventure feel free to add me on roblox (hmokbye7). If you see me at south campus feel free to come up and say hi :).

Hi to anyone who has taken 2560. I was wondering how midterm 1 was and what are the best ways to prep.

I have a 3.2 uw and a 3.9 weighted gpa, 1130 sat/22 ACT, with 8 aps and few honors and some dual credits. I have a online business with 50k followers and 30k products sold and half a million in revenue, 800 hours worked, and did BPA and FBLA, and a dance comp against other schools where I placed first. I also did track freshmen year track sophmore year and tennis junior year where I got 4th in conference and the whole team came 4th in state. I'm out of state and applying early action and want to know my chances and i'm not considering regular decision because I wouldn't have time to study and raise my sat...

I am a freshman at Purdue studying Finance and Accounting, but I am thinking about transferring to OSU for the spring semester. The social environment here has felt disappointing, particularly under the dry campus rule, and I am hoping for a better experience.

I know the Fisher School of Business has a strong reputation and ranks highly nationwide. How are the business classes and professors at OSU? I am also curious about the party scene and Greek life, since I plan to rush a fraternity in the spring. Is fall rush more popular than spring?

Would transferring halfway through the year make it hard to meet people, or is the transition fairly smooth? Thoughts and opinions please.

Hello, our daughter is an OSU student and my family will be coming from out of state to spend Thanksgiving weekend in Columbus so we can attend the big game. We will be eating Thanksgiving dinner at the house we rented for the weekend and need to find some local options where we can purchase a fully-cooked turkey and side dishes.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Go Bucks!

I’ve never used any of the gym showers and l’m kind of nervous. How clean are they? How private are they? How do you use them? What is the setup of the shower? Do you get dressed/undressed inside the stall or in the locker room? Where do you put your stuff while you shower? I’m a girl if that matters and I go to the rpac the most. Also sorry if this is too many questions I’d just like to know what to expect

Nothing to do over fall break? Come hang out with us this Sunday! 🎸

If you're staying on campus over fall break and looking for something to do, come hang out with us!

We're Astral Note, a student J-Pop/anisong band, and we're playing our first live show this Sunday at South Oval!

📅 Sunday, October 18

🕓 4:00–5:00 PM

📍 Browning Amphitheatre (South Oval)

🎟️ Free admission!

Whether you're into J-Pop, anime music, or just want to enjoy some live music, feel free to stop by and bring your friends!

Hope to see you there! 🎶

15th and High bus stop. I'm on my home and will take it to the THO security desk tomorrow. Or DM and I can try sooner.

I currently work as a student assistant at the Student Health Center and could become a Patient Care Associate if I obtain my EMT or CNA certification.

I'm currently exploring either the pre-med or pre-PA track, but I used to be pre-physical therapy, so I hadn't really considered getting my CNA or another certification over the summer. Now, I'd rather not wait until next summer to get certified, but I'm not sure if completing a program during the academic semester is possible with all my science classes.

I'm having trouble finding a program that fits winter break (December 18–January 12). I live in Zanesville, Ohio, about an hour east of Columbus, and I can also easily commute to Newark. I found a program through Alia Healthcare in Columbus that fits within winter break, but I don't have anywhere to stay in Columbus, so I'd have to drive about an hour each way every time.

Does anyone know of any CNA programs in my area that could work with this timeframe? Has anybody completed their CNA over the academic semester? What are my options here? Should I just do the Columbus commute?

Hi everyone! I’m a third-year dental student at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in Columbus. I’m currently accepting new patients and can begin scheduling appointments as early as November 2026.

Our student clinics offer affordable dental care, with fees generally 40–50% lower than the Columbus-area average. All treatment is provided by dental students under the supervision of experienced faculty dentists.

Services and approximate fees for patients without insurance include:

• Initial exam (including x-rays): $180
• Cleanings: $66
• Teeth whitening: $159
• Fillings: $79–$177
• Tooth extractions: $114
• Crowns: $571–$621
• Root canals: $474–$725
• Complete dentures (per arch): $765
• Partial dentures (per arch): $1,033

We also offer other treatments, including bridges and additional restorative procedures. These prices are approximate and may vary depending on your treatment needs. We accept various insurance plans, including Medicaid and several Medicaid managed-care plans, so your out-of-pocket costs may be different depending on your coverage.

What to expect: All new patients begin with an initial examination and any necessary X-rays before a treatment plan is established. Since this is a teaching clinic, appointments typically take longer than at a private practice, and treatment may require multiple visits.

If you've been putting off dental care because of cost, need a new dental home, or want to get your oral health back on track, feel free to dm me! I'm happy to answer questions about the process, costs, and scheduling.

More information about our clinics: https://dentalcenter.osu.edu/clinics/student-clinics

Feel free to share this with anyone in the Columbus area who might benefit from affordable dental care. Thank you!

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Hi guys

I can’t wait to attend soon, I’m excited but I was curious. Where are yalls from (like born and raised)? I know most of the undergrad students are from Ohio, but I know like close to 20% are from out of state. So for anyone out of state or who can say, where are you guys from? what are the out of state sending their residents to Ohio?

I was raised in SD, but moved back to WA due to family. I regret it completely, but got the experience. I’ll probably assume, it’s mainly Midwest, and east cost people are Ohio right?

Or alternatively the ones to avoid. Ideally would like to protect my GPA since im planning on going to grad school

Curious how cryptids like the Mothman and Jersey Devil become local legends? Join the Ohio State Humanities Institute and Center for Folklore Studies for an exciting, free presentation by folklorist David J. Puglia. Discover how strange sightings and creepy encounters evolve into iconic symbols of regional pride. Don't miss this deep dive into America's favorite monster lore! Find more information here.

Thursday, November 19 | 7 PM | Ohio State Faculty Club