Welcome to Ohio State Lima—your Buckeye journey starts here! Orientation is your first step into college life, designed to help you feel confident, connected, and ready to succeed. You’ll meet faculty and staff who are here to support you, explore your academic path, and learn how to navigate campus resources that will help you thrive. From scheduling your first classes to discovering student life, Orientation is where you begin building your Buckeye experience. Get ready to take the next step—your future at Ohio State Lima begins now.
Future Students
Orientation
Orientation Process
After accepting admission and paying the $100 acceptance fee, students receive an email to register. These items can be completed on the Applicant Center page.
Spring Semester 2027 Orientation Registration opens: November 2, 2026
Registration is done via Applicant Center.
Spring Semester New Student Orientation date: December 14, 2026
Important: Before attending orientation, all new students are required to complete a 30-minute pre-orientation Zoom appointment with an Academic Advisor. Appointments are available November 30 through December 11. To schedule your appointment, call 567-242-7510.
- Transcripts should be sent electronically, if possible. The address to have them sent to is: ugdocs@osu.edu
- If electronic delivery is not possible, have transcript(s) mailed to the address below:
The Ohio State University
Undergraduate Admissions
P.O. Box 182646
Columbus, OH 43218-2646
- Tests are assigned based on ACT/SAT/AP scores and previous college coursework.
- Subjects may include Math, English, and World Languages.
- Information regarding placement exam can be found here.
Students needing accommodation must apply through Student Life Disability Services before testing.
- Location: G. Gilbert Cloyd Student Commons, Galvin Hall, lower level
- Spring Semester New Student Orientation Date: Monday, December 14, 2026
Next Steps
- Regularly check Ohio State email.
- Complete all To Do List items in My Buckeye Link.
All first year and transfer students will be charged a $50 registration fee, and it will be assessed on the first semester statement of account.
Contact Us:
Office of Admission
4240 Campus Drive
Public Service Building
567-242-7500
Lima-askabuckeye@osu.edu