Ohio State University - Main Campus Reviews

"Ohio State is a great school if you plan to stay in Columbus, OH to fulfill your degree career. I will say they are very flexible if you are an adult with a full time job and a family. I had to fulfill and internship for my degree but I already had a family and a full time job. My counselor helped me get an exception from the college to take an extra 500-600 level class in my major to compensate and I was able to graduate on time."

"Good value in you can find a degree that is worth it."

"It's a great place to get an education. It has a diverse population. It operates like its own little city."

"I loved my time at Ohio State. The faculty was wonderful and my field of study was something I love."

"Fun football atmosphere, large campus, great facilities, great engineering professors"

"I liked the school and the people I met, but I didn't think the quality of education was there. If I had the opportunity to do it over, I would have gone somewhere better known for academics than athletics."

"Ohio state was great! It's big but not too big and is very diverse. It offers many opportunities and left me with tons of great memories."

"OSU has always been a world class leader in Industrial Engineering which is taught by many of the icons of the field. They posses a great balance of not only academically talented Professors but also industry experience to better focus the classroom material. However, higher education is not only about time spent in the classroom, but also opportunities to work in the field you are studying during the summers of your junior/senior years. Intern positions all over the world offer their students a chance to work as an intern and observe classroom theory in action. Maybe more importantly is the chance to experience differences in practice in various operational settings."

"The Ohio State College of Optometry is truly an amazing program. The faculty and staff are just as supportive as your classmates and future colleagues. Ohio State provides a unique experience for optometry students as it is one of the only programs offering an education along side all of the benefits a large university. The small class size and busy clinic enable students to have a unique and personalized experience. It is an environment that promotes personal and professional growth everyday embodying the university's motto: How firm thy friendship."

"Ohio State and the Columbus campus are filled with diversity, challenges, and a strong sense of community. Professors are very generous with their time and willingness to help students with issues both concerning their classes and outside. Human Development and Family Science is a broad degree that allowed me to keep my options open while pursuing and considering all possible future career paths. I highly recommend this University and it will always be a place I hold close to my heart."

"The Ohio State University College of Human Ecology is a phenomenal foundation for higher education in enhancing human wellbeing through focus of physical activity and nutrition. I had the opportunity to meet with Dr. J.V., currently my mentor, and the team foundation of the Kinesiology Department and was welcomed with open arms. The advisors have been by my side since the beginning and have conducted my Path of Practice appropriately for my individual journey. I have learned a great deal through my curriculum and even more through each team member's specific research. I would fully endorse The Ohio State University's College of Human Ecology to anyone wishing to further there expertise in the field of exercise science."

"The Ohio State University is an institution that has provided me the tools to excel in any step I decide to take in life. Whether I join the workforce or further my education, I have attained skills that allow me to be independent, a leader and an innovator. As students, we are able to build relationships with advisors and professors; post graduation, they have always been available for mentorship. As a transfer student of this university, the Student Life department has assisted in connecting me with various organizations, both professional and recreational. This institution, deeply rooted in history, allows students to create memories that will last a lifetime. As an alumni of Ohio State University, I can attest to the Buckeye pride every student feels walking into a lecture hall, a sporting event, and eventually graduation."

"My fours years at The Ohio State University were arguably the best four years of my life. The campus, city, students, and staff all had the most school spirit and love for the school itself. Many of the core/general education classes were taught in big lecture halls with smaller "lab" classes at least once a week to get a more in depth explanation of what you a learning and a knowledgable Teaching Assistant that could work with you one-on-one to answer any questions. The English department specifically had extremely knowledgable and passionate teachers who mastered their specific content area and had a lot to offer to the students who were interested. The English department, however, did not specifically prepare you for any one job or content area, it was up to the student to find their path and navigate their own way to networking and job opportunities."

"The opportunities are endless at The Ohio State University. From the diversity of students clubs to the unique classes, making Ohio State home is not hard, as long as you are willing to put in the effort! The university puts your education in your hands and expects you to take advantage of what they have to offer! The opportunities are there, as long as you are willing to work for them! I would not change my time at the university for anything. Becoming a buckeye is a way of life and with it, the experience and knowledge you gain here are irreplaceable!"

"I started as a pre-vet student, moved more towards research, then ultimately did a 180 and decided to go into education. That has nothing to do with the quality of my education, however. In fact, it gives me a bit of an outsider view, having spent much of my final year reflecting on OSU's animal science program. It really is one of the most rigorous and rewarding programs on campus. I feel that it was about as safe as any other large school, and the only real hit it takes is diversity. To be fair, I took most of my classes on west campus, which is probably a fair bit less diverse than the rest of OSU. Overall I would highly recommend OSU to anyone interested in pursuing work with companion or livestock animals. Just make sure to expose yourself to main campus."

"Ohio State is a school for students who wish to be challenged and have their ideas expanded. The professors are very knowledgeable about their topics and have passion for teaching students. The campus is large however can easily be made small by getting involved in clubs and extra activities with peers. Living on campus is very convenient as students are presented with everything they need: lots of food, grocery and retail stores, multiple gyms, friendly staff, and an endless amount of connections. Overall if you study smartly and get involved you'll have a great time here at The Ohio State University."

"I am graduating from The Ohio State University this May of 2017. During my time at OSU, I have been exposed to thousands of student organizations and came in contact with many great campus leaders. Ohio State makes it easy for a student to get involved and get their voice heard. The only thing that I could say I really didn't like about Ohio State was the safety on and around campus. I never felt safe walking from class to my apartment at night, or walking anywhere after dark. This is something that I feel like they have the resources to improve, but also is a downfall of being in a big city - they're just inherently more dangerous. Overall, Ohio State had great professors who really seemed to be knowledgeable in their area, and gave students a lot of opportunities to exceed."

"The Respiratory Therapy Program at Ohio State University prepares individuals for a career in respiratory care clinically, professionally, and personally. The directors hold our personal skills with patients and other professionals to as high of a standard as our clinical skills. Our access to The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and affiliated institutions allows us to have resources from a variety of backgrounds that give us a well-rounded education as well as clinical experiences. For these reasons, I have decided to stay at Ohio State to pursue my Masters and a career as a Family Nurse Practitioner."

"They offer an excellent curriculum if you are considering applying to vet school. I can not recommend their undergraduate courses in organic chemistry though. I would take these courses somewhere else and transfer the credits.Several community colleges have agreements with Ohio State to accept transfer credits. Worth investigating if interested in saving money"

"The Ohio State University offers many opportunities for all students, such as countless student organizations and ways to be involved. OSU becomes home to students from all across the world. Everyone takes pride in being a buckeye through our strong team spirit and fun atmosphere. Yes, the school is big, but that allows you to meet countless people and get involved in smaller organizations. I would not trade my time at OSU for anything!"