Established in 1804 as Ohio’s first public university, Ohio University in Athens is celebrated for its historic brick-paved campus, passionate school spirit, and prestigious academic offerings—most notably the nationally acclaimed E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, the College of Business, and robust health sciences programs. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Appalachian foothills, the university offers distinctive academic pathways such as the one-on-one tutorial method of the Honors Tutorial College and extensive undergraduate research opportunities. Student culture thrives on deep community traditions, the high-energy performances of the famed Marching 110 band, and a quintessential, vibrant college-town atmosphere that fosters lifelong alumni loyalty.
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If Ohio University-Main Campus asks for supplemental essays, the prompts are in the Common App.
The personal essay is separate: see the Common App essay prompts.
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