Ohio State University Marion Campus

Overview

Ohio State University-Marion Campus is a regional campus of Ohio State University located in Marion, Ohio, approximately 45 miles north of the state capital, Columbus. Established in 1957, it provides a suburban setting with a range of undergraduate degree programs, emphasizing smaller class sizes and a more intimate learning environment. The university is moderately selective in its admissions process and offers popular majors including biology, business, education, engineering, and psychology. Students at Ohio State Marion benefit from the resources and opportunities of a major research university while experiencing the personalized attention often associated with smaller academic communities. While the Marion campus does not have its own residential housing, local housing options are available, and students may opt to live on the main campus in Columbus. Ohio State University is well-known for its comprehensive academic programs and contributes to the regional workforce and cultural landscape. The campus does not have an independent athletic program; instead, students can engage in intramural sports and may support the Ohio State Buckeyes' teams based at the Columbus main campus.

Ohio State University Marion Campus has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  734 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 166 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $8,677 plus fees of $267.