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Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, OH

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Median Earnings
$60,409
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
87.7%
6-year completion
Students
45,638
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
60.6%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$30,305/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$17,339/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $13,244

Out-of-state: $40,022

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$4,885/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$5,751/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$9,807/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income—
Over $110k/yr income$27,359/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
60.6%
1-Year Retention
94.2%
Pell Grant Recipients
20.2%
First-Generation Students
26.2%
In-State Tuition
$13,244/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,022/yr

Acceptance Rate

60.6%

Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

Top Programs

Click 📋 to find the curriculum for each major

Computer Science
1%📋 Curriculum
Engineering
15%📋 Curriculum
Health Sciences
11%📋 Curriculum
Biology / Life Sci
9%📋 Curriculum

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

US News RankingsNiche.com ProfileCollege Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions about Ohio State University-Main Campus

How much does Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?

The average net price at Ohio State University-Main Campus after grants and scholarships is $17,339 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $30,305/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus?

The 6-year graduation rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus is 87.7%. The 1-year retention rate is 94.2%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus?

The acceptance rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus is 60.6%. Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

What do Ohio State University-Main Campus graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended Ohio State University-Main Campus 10 years after enrollment is $60,409. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is Ohio State University-Main Campus a good school?

Whether Ohio State University-Main Campus is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 88% graduation rate, average net price of $17,339/year, median graduate earnings of $60,409 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.