Your education is a vital investment, and early planning is key. The more you know about financial aid, the better prepared you'll be. Aid options include need-based grants, loans, student employment, and scholarships. Federal parent PLUS loans and private loans are also available to help cover costs at Ohio State ATI.
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Buckeye Opportunity Program
The Buckeye Opportunity Program ensures eligible Ohio Pell Grant recipients receive enough financial aid to cover full undergraduate tuition and fees. This aid comes from federal, state, institutional, and donor programs. If gaps remain, the Buckeye Affordability Grant fills them. Most new students meeting requirements will qualify for the grant.
Eligibility for Buckeye Affordability Grant (ATI/Regional campus students):
- Ohio resident, degree-seeking undergrad
- SAP eligible
- On-time FAFSA (priority deadline Feb. 15, 2025)
- On-time verification
- Pell eligible with remaining tuition balance after other aid
- Full-time enrollment (12+ credit hours)
2025-2026 Academic Year Checklists
Ohio State ATI Financial Aid Checklist