Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school education.
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee26,792USD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking1201-1400
Program overview
What Ohio University says about their program:
Marine, Freshwater, and Environmental Biology is an undergraduate programme at Ohio University. The programme explores key concepts in the subject through a blend of classroom learning, practical work and research-informed study.
Students build scientific reasoning, data analysis and communication skills that can be applied in further study, research and professional settings.
Admission requirements
English proficiency
- TOEFL Paper
Minimum score of 520 with a composition score of 5 or above
- TOEFL Internet (IBT) - Pre-2026 scoring system
Minimum score of 72 with a writing subscore of 17 or above
- TOEFL Internet (IBT) - New scoring system
Minimum score of 4 with a writing subscore of 4 or above
- IELTS
Minimum score 6.0 (no sub-score below 5.5)
- Duolingo English Test
Minimum score of 110
- Pearson Test of English-Academic
Minimum score of 48
- Cambridge English Test
Minimum score of 169
- SAT
Minimum total score of 1060 with 540 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sub-score
- ACT
Minimum composite score of 21 with 21 English and Reading sub-scores
English proficiency waivers
- Students who have completed at least three years of higher secondary schooling in an English-speaking system, such as Cambridge or IB, including three years of non-ESL, college preparatory English courses with grades of "B" or better, are not required to show additional proof of English proficiency except upon request.
- Students educated in one of the countries listed in the Exempt Countries below
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Barbados, Belize, Cameroon, Canada (except Quebec), Cayman Islands, Dominica, Eswatini, The Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Montserrat, New Zealand, Nigeria, Rwanda, Scotland, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, Uganda, UK, Virgin Islands, Wales, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Required grades
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Additional requirements
Documents
Official academic records and transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions, with certified English translations when required.
Tests and examinations
Non-native English-speaking applicants must provide proof of English proficiency. Accepted tests and current minimum scores are listed by Ohio University’s international admissions office.
Scholarships at Ohio University
The Center for International Studies invites undergraduate and graduate students to apply for CIS scholarships for upcoming summer, fall and spring terms. Eligible Ohio University students may use the common CIS application to be considered for relevant awards.
Ohio University lists international scholarships for students beginning in the fall semester, with international applicants considered for freshman or transfer merit scholarship criteria. Awards are intended for eligible international students and are applied toward undergraduate study when offered.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
Fees
For 2026–27, international students studying on the Athens campus should budget approximately $26,792 per year for tuition and fees. Ohio University estimates the total annual cost, including living expenses and health insurance, at $46,826. These figures include estimated accommodation, meals, personal expenses and health insurance, but costs can vary.
What is the cost of living near Ohio University?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,294 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $623 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $97 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $48 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $60 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $160 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $75 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $10 |
| Gym membership | $34 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and ohio.edu (University published).
Visa requirements for Ohio University
Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Ohio University.