After You Apply
Activate Your OHIO ID
Once your application is received and begins processing, Undergraduate Admissions will send you an application acknowledgment letter with your Personal Identification (PID). Use your PID to activate your OHIO ID and create a password. After you activate your OHIO ID, you will be able to access your OHIO email, where you will find important updates on next steps from campus offices and resources. Please allow 7-10 business days to receive your application acknowledgment letter.
Submit Required Additional Materials
Some programs have more selective criteria above and beyond general admission guidelines and require submission of additional application materials beyond general admission requirements. You should review the requirements for your major and submit any additional required materials.
View More Selective Program Admission Criteria for Domestic and International Freshmen
View More Selective Program Admission Criteria for Domestic and International Transfer Students
Check Application Status
Once you've activated your OHIO ID, you can check your application status online 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Statuses are updated at least nightly. Please remember that while we may have received your application materials, we can provide updates only on those materials that have been processed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Application Status
Change Entry Term
In most cases, your offer of admission to OHIO is valid for one academic year. A new application (without fee) is required to change your intended entry term.
Appeal Admission Decision
Students who are not initially admitted to the University or, in some cases to a more selective program, may appeal the decision.