Summary of the Scholarship

• Level of Study: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD
• School: The Ohio State University
• Location: Columbus, Ohio, USA
• OSU offers programs in all academic fields
• Length of Scholarship: For undergraduates: up to 4 years For master's students: 2 years For PhD students: 4–5 years
• Deadlines for applications: For undergraduates, it's November 1, 2025 (Early Action) or February 1, 2026 (Regular Decision) For graduate programs, it depends on the department, although it's usually between December 2025 and February 2026

Coverage for Scholarships

Ohio State University has full scholarship packages that could include

• Full Tuition Coverage: Full waiver of tuition fees for the length of the program
• Stipend/Living Allowance: $12,000 to $30,000 annual living stipend
• Health Insurance: Full health insurance coverage
• Research Funding: Extra money for research activities and conference travel
• Housing Allowance: On-campus housing or housing stipend
• Book and Supplies Allowance: Annual allowance for school supplies
• Travel Support: International travel allowance for some programs

Some of the scholarship programs are

• International Undergraduate Scholarship: $3,000 to $64,000 a year
• Graduate Enrichment Fellowships: Full funding packages
• University Fellowships: Full support for doctoral students
• College-Specific Scholarships: Different amounts for each academic college

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Requirements for Eligibility

To be able to get OSU Scholarships, applicants must complete these requirements

• Languages Needed: English
• Countries That Can Apply: All Countries
• Academic Excellence: For undergraduates, you need to be in the top 10% of your high school class or have an equivalent degree For graduates, you need to have at least a 3.5 GPA or an equivalent degree For standardized tests, you need to have a SAT score of 1400 or higher or an ACT score of 30 or higher For graduate programs, you need to have GRE or GMAT scores as needed
• English Skills: TOEFL iBT: 79 or higher or IELTS: 6.5 or higher
• More Requirements: Proof of leadership experience Participation in and success in extracurricular activities Strong letters of recommendation A strong personal statement

How do I apply

To apply for Ohio State University Scholarships, do the following

1. Pick a program and read the requirements
   1. Check out OSU's academic offerings at OSU Academic offerings
   2. Check the exact requirements for getting into the program you want to join
   3. Look over the requirements and deadlines for scholarships
2. Get the application materials ready Get these papers ready
   • A completed application form
   • Transcripts from all schools attended
   • Scores from standardized tests (SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT)
   • Scores from an English proficiency test
   • Letters of recommendation (2–3)
   • A statement of purpose or personal statement
   • A resume or CV (for graduate applicants)
   • A copy of your passport
   • Financial documents
3. Send in your application for admission
   1. Sign up for an account in the OSU Application System
   2. Fill out all the parts of the application
   3. Send in the required papers
   4. Pay the application fee: $70 for those from the US and $80 for people from other countries
   5. Turn in before the due date
4. Look for Scholarships
   1. Automatic Consideration: You don't have to apply for many scholarships separately
   2. Needs a special application: You have to apply for some scholarships separately
   3. Fill out the OSU Scholarship Universe application for a scholarship
   4. Send in all of your materials by the scholarship's due date
5. The Interview Process
   1. Candidates that are chosen may be asked to come in for an interview
   2. Get ready for interviews, whether they are online or in person
   3. Send thank-you cards after the event

List of Required Documents

• Official academic transcripts
• Standardized test results
• English proficiency scores
• Letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose
• Resume or CV (for graduate school applicants)
• Copy of the passport's biographical page
• Documents proving your financial status
• Things you need to apply for a scholarship

Important Dates and Deadlines

Undergraduate Courses:

• Early Action deadline: November 1, 2025 (for priority scholarship consideration)
• Regular Decision deadline: February 1, 2026
• March 2026: Decisions for scholarships are made

Programs for Graduates:

• Different for each program: Usually between December 2025 and February 2026 Check the department websites for the exact program dates

Criteria for Choosing

The scholarship selection committee looks at candidates based on

• Academic Achievement (40%): GPA, exam results, and honors for doing well in school
• Potential for Leadership (25%): Activities outside of school, roles as a leader
• Personal Statement (20%): how clear your aims are and how well you write
• Letters of Recommendation (15%): how strong and relevant the recommendations are

Website and Contact Information

For all the details and to apply

• OSU International Admissions: International Admissions
• OSU Scholarship Search: Scholarship Universe
• OSU Graduate School: Graduate Admissions
• Contact: Office of International Affairs - international.admissions@osu.edu

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