Ohio University is a public research university in Athens, Ohio. The Ohio State University, commonly called Ohio State or OSU, is a public land-grant research university in Columbus, Ohio.
| Ohio University | Ohio State University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.1 Out of 10 | 6.1 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 178 US News 2024 # 601 Times Higher Education 2024 # 1001 QS World University 2024 | # 43 US News 2024 # 99 Times Higher Education 2024 # 151 QS World University 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 142 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 114 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 101 for Law by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2021 | # 27 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 28 for Medicine by US News 2024 # 22 for Law by US News 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -162 PG Programs -81 | UG Programs -147 PG Programs -78 Doctorate Programs -100 |
| Acceptance Rate | 75.0 % | 49.4 % |
| Exam Score | IELTS-6.5 SAT-1080 TOEFL-80 | IELTS-7 SAT-1260 TOEFL-79 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 30764 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 32960 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 29398 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 36430 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 40507 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 13966 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Master (Other): $97,000 MBA: $91,000 Bachelor of Science: $90,000 Bachelor of Arts: $64,000 | Average Salaries are listed below: Degree Average Salary MBA $114,000 Doctorate $108,000 Masters in Science $99,000 Bachelor of Science $89,000 Bachelor of Arts $75,000 Master (Other) $57,000 |
| application requirements | Submit academic records of all previous educaiton Submit English language proficiency test scores Check program specific requirements | Academic transcripts; Academic recommendation; Standardized test scores; 2-3 LORs; Resume; SOPs/ Essays; Proof of English language proficiency; Additional Requirements (video interview, work experience, research papers, etc.). |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Fisher College of Business |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | - | 8.9/10 Read 3 reviews |
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| General Facts | Ohio University | Ohio State University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1804 | 1922 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 13:1 |
| Male:Female | 40% Male, 60% Female | 51% Male, 49% Female |
| Location Facts | Main campus is located at Athens, Ohio. Regional community campuses are located at: Chillicothe, Eastern campus, Lancaster campus, Southern campus, Zanesville campus. | main campus in Columbus & regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, & Wooster; 1,764-acre main campus, about 2.5 miles north of the city's downtown |
| Library | The university has two libraries at the Athens campus and also has library at the regional campuses. Library provides the students various resources like e-books, journals, publications, databases, guides etc. | 18th largest university research library in North America; 21 libraries on Columbus campus, 8 branches at off-campus research facilities & regional campuses, 1 book storage depository near campus; 5.8 million volumes in total. |
| Campus Life | Ohio’s residential campus in Athens has been named the nation’s most beautiful public university campus and is situated in one of America’s Best College Towns. Beyond the jaw-dropping views, it delivers an environment focused on your personal growth. University's residential communities are situated on three distinct “greens” and instead of high-rise mega complexes you will find tight-knit residential campus communities where you’re likely to know your neighbors. Top-notch dining is always nearby with a wide variety of options to fit every lifestyle. The Ohio University community is just that, a community, and there are countless ways for you to get involved. (Literally, we’ve lost count.) Student leadership groups, clubs, college advisory councils, interest-based student orgs, campus employment, Greek life and the list goes on. Whether you want to compete regionally on one of our club sports teams, explore unique outdoor recreation in the most beautiful and environmentally rich part of Ohio or hit the golf course between classes, OHIO’s recreation options are second-to-none. | 90-acre recreational space; 6 Rec Sports facilities; 8 health & student wellness centers; 1000+ student organizations; 3 Arts and Culture centers; 30+ food outlets across different campuses; Ohio Union (One of area's most comprehensive event centers); The Lantern (official daily student published newspaper, one of the largest campus newspaper in USA). |
| Hostel | #On campus - $11598 #Off campus (not with family) - $12612 #Off campus (with family) - $5188 | #Food and housing - $13966 |
| Famous Alumni | Dustin Bates, lead singer of Starset, Downplay, and MNQN; known for hits such as "My Demons" and "The Crystal Song." | 570,000 living alumni; Larry Sanger (one of the founders of Wikipedia); Steve May (chief technology officer at Pixar); James S. Albus (Roboticist); Jesse Owens (American athlete); R. L. Stine (American novelist); Roy Lichtenstein (American artist); Patricia Heaton (American actress); Woody Hayes (American football player); James Thurber (American cartoonist); Ross Butler (American actor). |
| City Life | Athens is a town in Ohio with a population of 24,507. Athens is in Athens County and is one of the best places to live in Ohio. Living in Athens offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents rent their homes. In Athens there are a lot of bars and parks. If you want to be a true Townie (that’s Athens-speak for “local”), you’d better know where to get a good cup of coffee. But not just a grab ’n go caffeine fix. With so much great local food and music, prepare to sit and enjoy—or get up and dance to the beat of the city.Seriously, bring an appetite. Athens is one of the nation’s first super-local food economies, with more than 140+ food partners proudly committed to serving up the flavors of the region, deliciously and responsibly. As members of the 30 Mile Meal, a ton of restaurants feature local produce from within—you guessed it—30 miles of Athens. You don’t need to leave Athens to find an internship—often paid!—in the public or private sector. Athens is home to a progressive local government, renewable energy and tech businesses, and more than 100 nonprofit organizatins. City has a long history of national service in Athens County. Many grads stay for a year or two to serve the community through AmeriCorps, earning an educational award to repay student loans or to help fund further education. | Columbus- the capital & largest city in Ohio; distinctive neighborhoods, dynamic nightlife & music, creative arts scene, original culinary experiences, wide array of festivals; famous attractions: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Columbus Museum of Art, Center of Science and Industry (COSI), Huntington Park, Topiary Park; Unemployment Rate: 3.5% (Dec 2019) |
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