Additionally, students will gain the opportunity to work closely with our BGLC faculty members, which can assist with exploring majors and the transition to the Columbus campus if that is their plan. Students will take two common courses in both the fall and spring semesters, which includes one general education course and an arts and sciences course each semester.
The learning community creates opportunities for students to form partnerships with each other and build professional connections. Student-centered social and cultural events are designed to create opportunities for exposure and social connectedness. This program is open to first-generation college students who are in their first year.
Benefits of participation:
- One-on-one support and connections with faculty and staff through the major
- Experiential learning trips off campus for unique hands-on learning
- Academic scholarship in the fall and spring semesters*
- Support for the transition to the Columbus campus, if that is your plan
- Courses taken together as a cohort create a unique learning environment and opportunities for students to fulfill general education requirements for all majors
Application process
- Students interested in becoming a member of the Buckeye Generation Learning Community should complete the BGLC Application for full consideration.
- Applicants are encouraged to pay their Ohio State Newark Acceptance Fee for full consideration for BGLC
- Students who apply by the April 1 deadline will be able to receive the $500 academic scholarship
- For details on the application process and more students can visit: u.osu.edu/bglc
Who are the participants?
- A population of 60 diverse first-generation college students.
The Ohio State University defines first-generation as neither parent has received a bachelor’s degree. - These students are in their first year of college.
Students who participate in college preparatory programs and enrolled in college courses while in high school are eligible.
