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Your high school journey is coming to an end, but your future begins right now. Become a Polar Bear and join a strong community known for tradition and academics. Get ready to learn, lead and roar.

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Your Story in Numbers

  • 3,116 Awesome students on campus
  • 19 Average number of classmates in a typical ºù«Ӱҵ class
  • 514 Number of endowed scholarships available
  • 200 Nearly 200 student organizations to explore

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Start your adventure. We’re here when you’re ready.

We operate on a rolling-admissions basis, meaning you can apply any time during the year (except for pharmacy, which has a priority application date of Dec. 1). But if you submit your application early (by Dec. 1), you’ll be considered for more scholarships.
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I chose ºù«Ӱҵ for the small class sizes and the ability to have strong relationships with my professors.
Karam Abuhelal, double major in psychology and sociology
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Polar Bear Journey

Hitting the books is job one, followed by adventures and experiences that will take you places you’ve never expected.

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Kenya Mericle: Designing for Change

Graphic design major envisions creative future

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Alexis Johnson and Hayley Solomon: Study Abroad

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Maria Duodu: Finding her niche

Pharmacy student researches maternity care deserts

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Learn about Financial Aid and Scholarships to help you achieve your dreams

Earning your degree is one of the biggest and most rewarding investments you’ll make during your lifetime – and we have seen the highest returns in the entire state. Learn about the financial aid and scholarships we offer.
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Make your deposit and make it official

Reserve your spot in the entering class by submitting your deposit. When you submit your deposit, you will be given access to set up your ºù«Ӱҵ email, register for Summer Orientation, and select your housing.

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There’s more to know about being a Polar Bear. Check out these links as you plan for your first year of college.

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Office of Admissions

Weber Hall
525 South Main Street ºù«Ӱҵ
Ada, Ohio 45810

419-772-2260
888-408-4668
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