Do more, achieve more. As an Ohio Northern University student, you’ll do more. You’ll forge connections and solve problems. You’ll explore new paths and innovate strategies. You’ll network, lead, communicate, research, travel and brainstorm. We call it high-impact learning. It’s a full immersion experience with proven success. The best complement to high-impact learning is a balanced student experience. That’s why Ohio Northern is committed to producing students who are practical, passionate and involved. All three characteristics are important in building a fulfilling and successful future, and rest assured: if you become a Polar Bear, you’ll have found a winning combination. With a 97% job and graduate school placement rate, ONU is ranked as the #1 university in Ohio and #3 university in the country for job placement by the career guidance site, Zippia.

Applicants to Ohio Northern University are encouraged to schedule and complete a campus visit at onu.edu/visit. Your campus visit will include a campus tour with a current ONU student, time with an admissions counselor, and an individual appointment with a faculty member in your chosen area of study. Campus visits are offered during the week and on Saturday mornings. Students offered admission for Fall 2023 are invited to attend Orange and Black Accepted Student Days held in February and March. This is a special visit program designed to assist you in making your final decision.