Student Financial Aid

Student Financial Aid

Key Changes to Student Aid from OBBBA

Information about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) updates on federal student aid, including borrowing and repayment. 
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2026-2027 FAFSA now available!

The FAFSA for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open. File by February 1 for maximum aid consideration.
2026-2027 FAFSA
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President’s Ohio Scholarship Program

​A full cost of attendance scholarship and $5,000 supplemental award for eligible Ohio residents with a perfect ACT or SAT from a single test date.
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Have your finances changed?

If you or your family’s financial circumstances have changed from what appears on your current FAFSA, you may be eligible to have your financial aid adjusted.
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Regional Campus Commitment Program

​Eligible low-and middle-income new first-year students who start at an Ohio State regional campus can attend tuition-free.
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Buckeye Bridge Program

Eligible Columbus State Community College associate degree graduates receive guaranteed admission, with tuition and more.
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2026-2027 Scholarship Universe!

Scholarship Universe connects you with thousands of Ohio State and external scholarship opportunities. File by February 1 for maximum aid consideration.
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