Our students
Autumn semester 2024 enrollment
Regional access. Unlimited possibilities.
As a regional campus of The Ohio State University, the Newark campus offers residents of Ohio a convenient, affordable path to an Ohio State education.
- 2,544 total students
- 1,513 new first-year students
- 45% first-generation students
- 42% racial/ethnic minorities
- 61 counties students come from
- 83% enrolled full time
Our campus
The Ohio State University at Newark was founded in 1957. The first classes were held in Newark High School until the community raised $1 million to purchase land and construct the first building, Founders Hall, which opened in 1971.
- 200+ acres for learning, living and recreation
- 12 buildings including academic and residence halls
- 39 miles east of the Columbus campus
- $75 million invested in facilities since 2017
Administration
Dean and director
Newark Board
Academic leadership
Keep exploring
Ohio State Newark welcomes students from across the state and invites local community members to participate in educational, social and recreational offerings.
