Welcome Undergraduate Students

Congratulations on your acceptance to Ohio State and the John Glenn College of Public Affairs!

We are a community committed to making the world a better place and we hope you will join on our mission to lead change.

If you have questions about the Glenn College and our degree programs, please connect with our Recruitment and Engagement Specialist, Sydney Rubin.

 

Attend a Visit Day!

Go Glenn Days: 

The Glenn College invites all admitted students for autumn 2025 to visit campus and the home of the Glenn College, Page Hall! This spring, we will host a few events specifically for admitted students, and we hope you will be able to join. 

Go Glenn Days

Glenn College Admitted Students Reception

Thursday, Jan. 30, 4-7 p.m. This is a great opportunity for admitted students to learn about our academic, internship and engagement offerings, while mingling with current students, staff and faculty.

Dinner with the Dean

Thursday, March 20, 5-7 p.m. We hope you will join us to celebrate your admission with current students, staff and faculty! This event will feature remarks from the Dean and heavy hors d’oeuvres.

Go Glenn Day

Friday, March 21, 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. We are thrilled to invite all admitted students for autumn 2025. This is your chance to dive into the vibrant community of the Glenn College. Join us for a brief campus and living learning community tour and more!

Connect with Us

Can’t make it to a Glenn College admitted student event? Undergraduate admissions hosts admitted student events throughout the spring! Additionally, representatives from the Glenn College will be on the road with Undergraduate Admissions for receptions in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Pittsburgh, Chicago and the East Coast! The Glenn College also hosts frequent Daily Visits for prospective and admitted students which includes a 45 minute academic overview and tour of Page Hall, home of the Glenn College. Register for one of the following Daily Visits:

Feel free to schedule a meeting with Recruitment and Engagement Specialist, Sydney Rubin. Sydney offers 30-minute meetings both in-person and online and is happy to answer any questions you may have as you make your college decision!

Be a doer.

The world needs people who are passionate, motivated and prepared to lead change. At the Glenn College, we are committed to preparing you with the skills to be that change-maker.

Are you with us? 

Watch the video to learn more.

 

Learn about the Glenn College

A Message From Dean Trevor Brown

"The world needs leaders driven by their values, public policies that positively impact people’s lives and citizens committed to the public good.
That means we need you."

Watch the video to hear from Dean Brown.

Dean Brown's Message

The Glenn College Student Experience

We're a tight-knit community located in the center of Ohio State's Columbus campus. Our students are passionate and committed to serving their communities. 

Learn more about the Glenn College Experience

John Glenn Civic Leadership Community

The John Glenn Civic Leadership Community is a living-learning community for all students who aspire to make a difference in the world and have an interest in public policy, politics, civic engagement, leadership and service. Learn more about the John Glenn Civic Leadership Community.

Additional Resources

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