B+
Very Good
Score: 71/100

Ohio State University-Main Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Columbus, Ohio 43201
🌐 www.osu.edu/
Outcomes
A+
92/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
B+
71/100

Quick Stats

60,046
Total Enrollment
88%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
51%
Acceptance Rate
$19,575
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Ohio State University-Main Campus ▼

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,021 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$370,920
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,500
1-Year Change
+1.9%
For parents & investors

The Ohio State University-Main Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $370,920
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,500/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43211 (7.5% cap, Columbus)

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🏆 Where Ohio State University-Main Campus Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
of 24 schools
#7
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
of 100 schools
#7
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
of 100 schools
#8
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
of 100 schools
#8
Accounting
of 100 schools
#9
Finance, General
of 100 schools
#13
Experimental Psychology
of 25 schools
#15
Social Work
of 100 schools
#19
Computer Engineering, General
of 100 schools
#24
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,826 $37,332
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,231 $56,737

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
17%
Receive Pell Grants
33%
Take Out Loans
$19,575
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,259
$30,001 - $48,000$7,104
$48,001 - $75,000$12,683
$75,001 - $110,000$22,870
$110,001+$27,144

Student Demographics

60,046
Total Students
52%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 6%
Black 8%
Asian 9%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 92%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 7%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,021 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 56%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Ohio State University-Main Campus has an acceptance rate of 51%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Tuition at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $11,826 for in-state students and $37,332 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $19,575.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
The graduation rate at Ohio State University-Main Campus is 88%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Ohio State University-Main Campus a good school?
Ohio State University-Main Campus has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Ohio State University-Main Campus has a total enrollment of 60,046 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Ohio State University-Main Campus?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at Ohio State University-Main Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,021 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology