Hey everyone, I heard some colleges have gone test-optional because of the pandemic. Is Ohio State one of them? I'm not one for standardized tests and I'm really hoping to apply there without my ACT scores. If anyone has any info, it would be super helpful.
To answer your question, Ohio State University (OSU) is test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle. In response to the challenges that many students have faced in taking standardized tests due to COVID-19, the university has adopted this policy to make applications more accessible for all.
When applying, this means you have the option to submit your ACT or SAT score if you think it will contribute positively to your application, but you don't have to. If you choose not to submit test scores, the Admissions Office will focus more on other aspects of your application, such as your high school curriculum, grades, extracurricular involvement, essays, and any other relevant information you provide.
It's also important to know that if you decide not to submit test scores, this won't be a disadvantage in your application. Admissions officials at OSU have stated that they will not make assumptions about those who choose not to submit scores. Whether you submit scores or not, make sure the other aspects of your application are as strong as possible! Best of luck with your application to Ohio State.
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