Ohio University
McKee House
44 University Terrace
Athens, Ohio 45701

Phone: 740-597-1540
Website:
- www.ohio.edu (graduate)
- www.ohio.edu (undergrad)

Ohio University
Four-Year University in Athens, Ohio

What Ohio University offers you:

Established record of academic excellence

Founded in 1804, Ohio University has helped students reach their academic goals for over 200 years.  The University is fully accredited and is ranked among the top 2% of public American Universities by U.S. News and World Report. OU is a comprehensive university, offering more than 250 undergraduate areas of study, and over 170 master’s and 48 doctoral degrees in more than 75 academic areas. The University also includes the Ohio Program of Intensive English (OPIE), which provides intensive English instruction for degree-seeking students as well as students desiring English-only study.

Ohio University prides itself on outstanding academic programs. World-class research opportunities are available for students at all levels. Many Ohio University programs have achieved top rankings. OU’s Journalism, MBA and Organizational and Health Communication programs are ranked in the top ten nationally, and OU students, faculty and alumni have been awarded 23 Pulitzer Prizes.

A friendly, safe community

Ohio University is located in the small city of Athens, Ohio, among beautiful, wooded hills. Approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) from Ohio's state capital of Columbus, Athens is a welcoming community of about 20,000 people that provides a peaceful, safe environment for students. OU has been recognized by The Princeton Review for its high quality of life and “happy students.” Over 1000 international students come to OU from more than 100 countries, creating a wonderfully diverse population.

The advantages of a large university in a personal, caring atmosphere

• Personal Attention
  Approximately 20,000 students attend Ohio University's Athens campus, about 17,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students. But class sizes are kept small, so students receive a great deal of personal attention. OU faculty members are among the best in their fields and are engaged in cutting-edge research and creative work. But they are equally focused on their students--teaching, advising, mentoring, and involving them in research.

• Student Life
  With all the advantages of a major, modern university, OU is the ideal setting for both study and recreation. There are more than 350 registered student organizations on campus, covering a full range of interests. Among the organizations is the International Student Union (ISU) which functions as the umbrella organization for 23 international organizations.

• Services and Facilities
  Campus facilities include: new student center with food court, 225-seat theater, coffeehouse, and Cultural Center; library with over 2.5 million bound volumes; wireless campus with free high-speed Internet; 65 computer laboratories; 42 residence halls; state-of-the-art recreation center; Aquatic Center; 17-mile scenic paved bicycle/jogging path.

• Innovative Research Facilities
  Including: Avionics Engineering Research Center & Airport; Center for International Business Education & Development (CIBED); Edison Biotechnology Institute; Game Research and Immersive Design (GRID) Lab; Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment; Nanoscale and Quantum Phenomena Institute.

• ESL
  Ohio University’s Ohio Program of Intensive English (OPIE) is one of the leading English language programs in the United States and has been providing students with quality language instruction since 1967. OPIE students come from all over the world to learn English for academic purposes, to improve their general English proficiency, and to learn about life and culture in the United States. Class sizes are small (average of 12 students), so students receive individualized attention. All OPIE teachers are professionally trained, have M.A. degrees, and are experienced in the teaching of English as a second language (ESL).

• Housing Options
  All first- and second-year undergraduate students live in one of the University’s 42 residence halls, to ensure a full “university experience.” Upper-class and graduate students have numerous on- and off-campus housing options. The Offices of Off-Campus Living and International Student and Faculty Services can provide support and advice on locating housing off-campus.

• Financial Assistance
  Merit scholarships of up to $8000 are available to full-time undergraduate students. OU offers approximately 2000 graduate appointments for Master’s and Ph.D. students, which may include a full or partial tuition scholarship and stipend. Appointments are awarded competitively by schools or departments on the basis of scholarly merit.

International Focus

Ohio University has a long and rich history in international education, with the first international student graduating from the University in 1895. The University prides itself on being a “home away from home” for its international students. To do so, it provides them with numerous services to help ease the transition into life in the United States, offers support throughout their time on campus, and maintains an ongoing relationship with them as alumni. The Office of International Student & Faculty Services offers orientation, immigration assistance, and information on campus and community services. Students also have access to Academic Advising, Career Services, Student Health Services, and more.

A wide variety of international events take place on campus every year. These range from academic conferences and internationally-focused guest lectures to social events such as international dinners, dances, and holiday celebrations. The annual International Week, a celebration of diversity and culture, is the largest international event on campus. The week concludes with the International Street Fair—a day-long celebration of sights, sounds, and tastes of international food, culture, and the arts.

At Ohio University, you get:

• exceptional academic programs
• supportive intellectual and cultural environment
• safe, lively community
• high quality of life
• a promising future beyond compare!