Welcome, new students! This section provides undergraduate and graduate students with important steps to take before arriving at Ohio State.
To find out more about housing, health information, fee payments, scheduling the mandatory immigration check-in and when to attend orientation, visit Pre-Arrival Messages and click on the semester that you’ll be starting in.
There is also a section featuring frequently asked questions. The FAQ covers visa information, SEVIS fee, placement tests, tuition, arriving at Ohio State, health screening and vaccinations, and immigration check-in and orientation.
We are excited to have you join our Buckeye family!
Fall Arrival Checklist
Learn more about the steps and important dates you should know while preparing to arrive at Ohio State.