2024 Best Colleges in the Columbus Area

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  5,802 reviews

Senior: As a fourth-year student at The Ohio State University, my experience has been enriching. The diverse academic programs allowed me to explore various fields, and the faculty's expertise and dedication have been invaluable. I've particularly enjoyed the research opportunities, which provided practical skills and experience. Campus life is vibrant, with numerous student organizations and activities, including spirited football games and cultural events. The state-of-the-art facilities, like libraries and recreational centers, have enhanced my experience. One improvement I'd suggest is reducing class sizes in introductory courses for more personalized attention. Overall, my time at OSU has been fantastic, offering a blend of rigorous academics, a lively campus atmosphere, and opportunities for growth. It's been a journey filled with education, experiences, and lasting friendships. Go Buckeyes!... Read 5,802 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $19,474

• SAT range 1250-1440

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  553 reviews

Freshman: From the moment I expressed interest with Franklin University, I was immediately welcomed by their admissions and academic department. Franklin University had given me just the amount of courage and persistence I needed to continue to pursue my goal in becoming a psychiatrist. I found Franklin University while I was online researching schools of interest. I wanted an online school that was able to give me an in person experience while still being able to maintain life outside of school. I attended online school before and it wasn't half the experience I have already begun receiving from Franklin U..Once I learned Franklin University was one of the top choices for adults offering the best online Psychology Degree programs, I just knew this was a great option for me. I then became knowledgeable of how affordable, available and successful they are and I was furthermore influenced to choose Franklin University. I am excited to learn from them and encourage others to research them as well!... Read 553 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,658

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  300 reviews

Sophomore: Ohio Dominican University is an amazing place to help foster growing minds, it is also a very accepting place for everyone no matter our differences. The main thing I love about Ohio Dominican is that the student body is able to create the groups that they are looking for within the school, this makes for finding a place that you can fit in a lot easier. Another thing that is pretty amazing about the Ohio Dominican experience is that the class sizes are on the smaller size which makes it easier for students to get the help that they need on the courses that they are taking, and allows for the professors to give their students their complete attention without them feeling like they're being lost in the crowd.... Read 300 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 54%

• Net price $20,772

• SAT range 1000-1140

• Westerville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  717 reviews

Junior: The faculty at Otterbein University is amazing. The professors are passionate about teaching students so that they will succeed in whatever feild they go into. Otterbein also has so many opportunities for students to get involved. As a transfer student, finding a group to beling to at school was a little difficult at first. Staff members went out of their way to help me get involved! I came from a predominately online based university, so learning in person is also one of the perks for me. If you want to meet great people, learn from professionals, and be offered resources from student mentors to help you get to where you want to go... Otterbein is for you.... Read 717 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $22,138

• SAT range 1010-1220

• Delaware, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  651 reviews

Freshman: Ohio Wesleyan has the most beautiful campus year round, the people here are so welcoming, and the professors genuinely care about you. The fraternity houses are so fun to go to and sporting events support each other. The only thing that really needs improved is the food!... Read 651 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $25,522

• SAT range 1210-1390

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  413 reviews

Freshman: My overall experience at CCAD was a wonderful experience. Starting with the classes. The class sizes were small so u got alot of one on one experience and the proper attention when needed. I also liked the fact that every class was based around some sort of art, whether it be math, history science. All of them where art related. I also liked the size of the college and how convenient all my classes were. Everything was within one city block. Dorms, cafeteria, parking, and safety office was all so close. There was really no need to leave campus, but if you did the school is based in the heart of columbus ohio. there was even a art supply store on campus if you needed something without leaving.... Read 413 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 95%

• Net price $20,726

• SAT range 970-1220

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  952 reviews

Sophomore: I first chose Capital because it was a calm and inviting vibe. The small classes and having professors personally know you make learning and studying more personal and applied is a great way to retain more information. It’s also a small campus so you get familiar with people quickly which adds to the inviting vibe. Their multitude of resources is also a huge help for almost anything ranging from tutoring to mental health services. Overall, Capital is definitely for those who want small attentive classes and prefer to have a sense of familiarity around campus.... Read 952 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $22,742

• SAT range 1000-1260

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  231 reviews

Alum: I loved the flexibility of class times because I was working full time while finishing my bachelor’s degree. I did find it frustrating that students who were using poor grammar, and using the English language improperly, were going to achieve the same degree that I held in such high esteem.... Read 231 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $21,766

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  123 reviews

Sophomore: I have had a wonderful experience with Mount Carmel College of Nursing. From the admission process to now, attending classes have been a smooth transition since transferring from Columbus State Community College. The only thing I would like to see is more students applying and becoming future nurses.... Read 123 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 52%

• Net price $18,984

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  443 reviews

Senior: The school is great! Haven't been to campus, done everything online. Everything is easily maneuverable and customer support is always there to help!... Read 443 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 42%

• Net price $29,341

• SAT range —

• Canal Winchester, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: I loved the overall student experience with other students and the amazing move of God that can be left there.... Read 3 reviews

• grade C minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $19,776

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 2.89 out of 5  18 reviews

Freshman: They are fast at responding, very strong communication skills. They provide many different types of information that will help you understand your program. Information based on how credible the school was, was given with different fact sheets and pdf documents as well. They provide pdf slides on graduation rates as well. I can say they so far have been perfect and fast acting.... Read 18 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $28,771

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  6 reviews

Niche User: I HAVENT START CLASSES YET BUT THEY HAVE HAD AN AWSOME ENROLLMENT PROCESS AND VERY HELPFUL WITH SIGN UPS. I CANT WAIT TO GET MY LEARNING START OFF AND GET A DIPLOMA TO FUTHER MY CARRER AND START MY FINICAL CARRER.... Read 6 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 87%

• Net price $49,997

• SAT range —

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 80%

• Net price $36,821

• SAT range 1217-1378