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Scholarships

Find resources to support your college education.

FAFSA opens

October 1, 2026
Gather all the information you'll need to submit the application, including tax returns, current cash, savings and checking account balances. Net worth of investments, businesses and farms. Parent and dependent SSNs.

Scholarship Universe opens

December 1, 2026
Browse our new single source for Ohio State and external scholarships.

Priority deadline for completion of university scholarships

February 1, 2027
Get your applications in!

Priority deadline for CFAES and academic unit scholarships

February 15, 2027
Get your applications in!

University financial aid information

For questions regarding your statement of account or financial aid packages, please contact the Student Financial Aid Office. 

How to apply

Complete each step below to apply for scholarships, submit required materials and receive full consideration for available funding.

Before you begin, review the Scholarship Universe video tutorial for an overview of how the system works and how to complete the application process. A written transcript is also available.

External scholarships

You can pursue external scholarships from local organizations and community groups, agricultural, technical or professional associations, and employers, foundations and industry partners.

Did you receive an external scholarship? Checks should be made payable to Ohio State ATI and labeled with your full name and OSU ID or lastname.# on the memo line or attached documentation.

Mail external scholarship checks to:

Office of the University Bursar – External Scholarships
The Ohio State University
PO Box 183248
Columbus, OH 43218-3248

Questions?

If you have questions about Scholarship Universe, eligibility or your scholarship options, contact the Ohio State ATI Financial Aid Office.