Transfer students | Visit Ohio State

Welcome, transfer students!

If you're a current college student interested in transferring to Ohio State's Columbus campus, we'd like to meet you. We invite you to register for an in-person transfer student tour.

Upcoming event: Transfer Open House

On Friday, March 8, we're holding our Spring Transfer Student Open House, designed just for students interested in transferring to Ohio State. Register today!

Get your questions answered

If you have specific questions about transferring, you can chat with an admissions counselor via Zoom (passcode: transfer) on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. No reservation required.

General visit information

All guests should read the Planning your visit FAQs before registering.

All visitors must have a confirmed reservation.
We aren't able to accommodate walk-ins or offer waitlists. If you'd like to visit campus without a reservation, a self-guided tour is available.
Two guests are permitted to visit with each student.
If a family has multiple prospective students (i.e., siblings), each student can bring two guests. Each student should register separately.
If you have a disability, you may experience difficulty registering.
Please contact visitday@osu.edu or 614-292-3980 for assistance. A staff member will assist you within 24 business hours.

New visit opportunities are posted on the first of every month.

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