Make college more affordable

Money shouldn’t be the reason you hit pause on your goals. We offer scholarships and grants to help you stay focused on what matters. Many awards go unclaimed every year, and you might be exactly who they’re meant for. Take a few minutes to apply now on Scholarship Universe and let us invest in your future.

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For currently enrolled and incoming students
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Check application deadlines below

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
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Priority deadline for CFAES and academic unit scholarships

February 15, 2027
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University Financial Aid Information

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

Student Jobs

Undergraduate Job Opportunities

Our Career Development Office works with our internal college partners to host career fairs and connect students to job opportunities across CFAES, the university and external partners.

Federal Work Study

Ohio State offers Federal Work-Study Program for eligible students who are enrolled at least part time. Learn more about the eligibility requirements and how to apply.

Still have questions? 

Please contact CFAES Scholarships at CFAES-Scholarships@osu.edu.