Application for Admissionand Scholarships

2012-2013 Academic Yearwww.ohio.edu/admissions

Undergraduate AdmissionsChubb Hall 1201 Ohio UniversityAthens OH 45701-2979T: 740.593.4100F: 740.593.0560E: admissions@ohio.edu

CAMPUS VISITS

We welcome your visit and offer a variety of campusvisitation options to meet your needs. Information sessionsand guided walking tours are offered Monday throughFriday and most Saturdays throughout the year. You canschedule a visit online at www.ohio.edu/admissions orcall 740.593.4100. Two weeks notice is recommended.

APPLICATION STATUS

Check your application status!Visit www.ohio.edu/admissions to check the statusof your application.

REQUEST MORE INFO

If you would like more information, please visitour website at www.ohio.edu/admissions,or call us at 740.593.4100.Mail: Undergraduate Admissions

Chubb Hall 1201 Ohio UniversityAthens OH 45701-2979

Please read all sections of this application carefully. For questions regarding this application,contact Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@ohio.edu or 740.593.4100.

Established in 1804, Ohio University has a two-century tradition of excellence as the state’s

oldest public institution of higher learning. Ohio University offers America’s best transformative

learning experience with opportunities for students to realize their promise through distinctive,

high-quality academic programs. Superior research and creative activity strengthen the

University’s educational mission.

For best consideration, applicants are encouraged toapply early during their senior year of high school. Applicantsto Journalism, Honors Tutorial College, and VisualCommunication should see the appropriate section belowfor special deadline dates for those programs.

Honors Tutorial College Deadline Dec. 1

To be considered for admission to the Honors Tutorial College(HTC), please complete all pages of the Ohio UniversityApplication for Admission and Scholarships, including the HTCapplication supplement on page 10. See the HTC ApplicationSupplement instructions for complete information about theHTC application process. For additional information, please seewww.ohio.edu/honors. All application materials, includingthis form, portfolios, and letters of recommendation, must besubmitted directly to Honors Tutorial College, 35 Park Place,1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701 and must be received onor before December 1, 2011. For questions about applying toHTC, call 740.593.2723 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m,Eastern, or e-mail honors.college@ohio.edu.

E. W. Scripps School of Journalism Priority Date Dec. 15

Applicants to the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism are encouraged,though not required, to submit an essay detailing how you wantto help shape the future of journalism, advertising or publicrelations. No separate application form is required for admissionto the School. If you are not offered direct admission to theSchool of Journalism but are admitted to the University, you maystill be eligible for other available programs in the Scripps Collegeof Communication. You may also enter University College as anundecided student or select another major for which you mayqualify. Most admitted students not offered direct admission toJournalism may appeal the decision. If applicable, informationon other available majors and appeal instructions will be includedin your decision letter, and the deadline for appeals is March 1,2012. For more information about the School, visitwww.scrippsjschool.org.

School of Visual Communication Deadline Dec. 15

In addition to your application completion deadline of December15, 2011, prospective students must complete an on-campusinterview/portfolio review before a final decision regarding directadmission to the major can be made. Undergraduate Admissionswill notify students in late December if they have been selectedfor the on-campus interview/portfolio review. Additional questionsregarding this process should be directed to the School of VisualCommunication, Seigfred Hall 301E, 1 Ohio University, AthensOH 45701, 740.593.4898.

ADMISSION TESTS

Freshman applicants must take either the ACT or SAT byJanuary 1. If you take the ACT, we strongly encourage you totake the optional writing portion of the test. If you have beenout of school for more than one year, test scores are not requiredunless specifically requested by Undergraduate Admissions. OhioUniversity requires that scores be sent directly from the testingagency. Ohio University’s ACT code is 3314, and our SAT codeis 1593.

FRESHMAN APPLICANTS

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THESE PROGRAMS OR PROCEDURES,PLEASE CONTACT UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS AT admissions@ohio.edu OR 740.593.4100.

ESSAY

Applicants to the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism are encouraged,though not required, to submit an essay detailing how you wantto help shape the future of journalism, advertising or publicrelations.

If you have been out of high school for more than one year, youmust submit an essay detailing your activities since graduation.Applicants to the Honors Tutorial College must answer threeessay questions on the supplemental HTC application.

For all other applicants, the essay is optional. If you wouldlike to submit an optional essay, the kinds of topics that you maywish to address could include describing any academic challengesyou have faced, your academic and career objectives, or yourinvolvement in community affairs. Recommended length is250-500 words.

OTHER OPTIONAL APPLICATION MATERIALS

You may choose to submit additional application materials withyour application. Optional application materials could includeteacher or counselor recommendations; lists of extra-curricularactivities or employment; and/or descriptions of honors, awards,and achievements. Your full name should be clearly displayed onany supplemental documentation you provide.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid for U.S. Citizens and Permanent ResidentsOhio University participates in all federal and state financial aidprograms, which require U. S. citizenship or permanent residencystatus for consideration. The Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA) is required for need-based financial aid and need-based scholarship consideration. Ohio University’s school codefor the FAFSA is 003100. Visit www.ohio.edu/financialaidor call 740.593.4141 for more information.

Freshman Scholarship InformationTo be considered for scholarships at Ohio University, youmust apply for admission and be admitted by February 1, 2012.Scholarship decisions will be based on academic record (class rank,g.p.a., ACT/SAT) results on file as of March 1, 2012. Nonew academic information can be used for considerationafter this date.

For students who have submitted multiple test scores, the highestscore on file as of March 1, 2012, will be used to determineeligibility. For ACT scores, the composite will be used. For SATscores, the highest combined math and critical reading scores willbe used. Writing test scores will not be factored into considerationfor scholarship awarding.

No separate form is required to be considered for Universitymerit-based academic scholarships; however, some scholarshipshave a need-based component. Ohio University must receiveyour FAFSA results by March 15, 2012, to be considered forthese awards. You will be notified by the Office of StudentFinancial Aid and Scholarships if you are eligible to receivean academic scholarship.

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General Freshman Application Priority DatesEntering SemesterFall February 1Spring December 1Summer February 1

Ohio University is an affirmative action institution. ©2011 Ohio University. All rights reserved. UCM#0830H

TRANSFER APPLICANTS *Application deadlines and requirements vary for somedepartments, as outlined below.

**Late applications will be considered on a space-available basis.

***If your current institution is on a quarter calendar and yourtranscript will not be available until after the priority date, pleasehave it sent as soon as possible. Transcripts from any institutionsyou previously attended should be sent prior to the priority date.

SPECIAL TRANSFER APPLICATION DATES AND PROCEDURES

General Transfer Application Priority Dates*Entering Semester Application Due: Transcripts Due:Fall June 15** July 15***Spring December 1 December 30Summer April 15 May 1

Athletic Training

Regular Application DeadlinesPhone: 740.593.9497Mail: Grover Center E331, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701An additional, separate application, available online on theAthletic Training website www.ouchsp.org/athletic-trainingmust be completed after being accepted for general admission tothe University. Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-casebasis by the Athletic Training Education program director.

E.W. Scripps School of Journalism

Deadlines: April 1 for fall semester;November 1 for spring semesterPhone: 740.593.2590Mail: Scripps Hall 105, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701An additional, separate application including required supplementalmaterials, must be submitted prior to the deadline. The applicationand additional information is available atwww.scrippsjschool.org. Applicants may apply only once peryear.

Honors Tutorial College

Phone: 740.593.2723Mail: 35 Park Place, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701A limited number of transfer places may be available. Informationabout transferring into the Honors Tutorial College can be foundonline at www.ohio.edu/honors.

School of Art

Phone: 740.593.4288Mail: Seigfred Hall 528, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701Transfer students enter the School of Art as B.A. students andmay apply to a B.F.A. major in Studio Art or Interior Architectureupon completion of required coursework. Portfolios are notrequired for entrance to the school; however, submission of aportfolio may be required to evaluate your studio transfer credits.A minimum g.p.a. of 2.75 is required for admission. For furtherinformation, visit www.finearts.ohio.edu/art.

School of Dance

Phone: 740.593.1826Mail: Putnam Hall 137, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701Applicants to the dance program must audition. For furtherinformation, visit www.finearts.ohio.edu/dance.

School of Media Arts and Studies

Phone: 740.593.4870Mail: RTVC Building 202D, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701An additional, separate application including requiredsupplemental materials, must be submitted prior to thedeadline. Additional information is available online atwww.mediaschool.ohiou.edu or by contactingthe school directly.

School of Music

Phone: 740.593.4244Mail: Glidden Hall 440, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701Applicants to all music programs must audition. For furtherinformation, visit www.finearts.ohio.edu/music.

School of Visual Communication

Phone: 740.597.1756 or alost@ohio.eduMail: Seigfred Hall 301E, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701Applicants must submit additional materials that will be reviewedby a faculty committee before an admission decision will be made.Information about deadlines and the additional materials is availableonline at www.viscom.ohiou.edu or by contacting theschool directly.

TRANSCRIPTS

Have official transcripts sent directly from each college or university you have attended. Transcripts issued to students are not accepted.All applicants to programs in the College of Arts and Sciences also must submit an official high school transcript for foreign languageassessment. If you have completed less than 30 quarter or 20 semester hours of college work, have your high school forward an officialhigh school transcript and request that your ACT and/or SAT test scores be sent from the testing agency.

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID (continued)

Transfer Scholarship InformationA limited number of competitive transfer scholarships are availablefor students entering in fall semester only. To be eligible forconsideration, you must apply and be admitted by May 15, 2012.You must also have completed at least 45 quarter hours or 30semester hours of college-level coursework by May 15.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Please use the International Application forAdmission and Scholarships, availableonline at www.ohio.edu/admissionsor by contacting Undergraduate Admissions.

Honors Tutorial College Application Process

Honors Tutorial College

* Estimated expenses only. Subject to change by action of the Board of Trustees.** International Students: please refer to the International Application for Admission and Scholarships for information on fees and expenses.

ESTIMATED FEES AND EXPENSES FOR 2011-12*Ohio ResidentsTuition and Fees $ 9,870Room (standard double) 5,457Meal Plan (Flex 14) 5,247TOTAL $ 20,574

Non-Ohio ResidentsTuition and Fees $ 18,834Room (standard double) 5,457Meal Plan (Flex 14) 5,247TOTAL $ 29,538**

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The application deadline for the Honors Tutorial College isDecember 1, 2011. Honors Tutorial College applicants shouldcomplete both the standard Ohio University application form onpages 5-9, and the Honors Tutorial College application supplementon page 10. On the standard Ohio University application form, besure to check the box indicating that you are applying to the HonorsTutorial College and use the program of study codes on page 13specifically designated for Honors Tutorial College degree programs.

Mail both sections of the form, along with two letters ofrecommendation and any required additional material (see belowfor programs of study requiring additional application materials)directly to HTC, 35 Park Place, 1 Ohio University,Athens OH 45701.

Programs of Study Requiring Additional Admission Material:Please do not send original artwork or other “one-of-a-kind” materials.Due to the number of applications received, it will not be possible toreturn your materials.• Biological Sciences: Applicants should submit two letters

of recommendation, at least one from a math or science teacher.• Business: Applicants should submit one writing sample, preferably

a research paper.• Communication Studies: Applicants should submit one

writing sample. The writing sample may be any paperfrom high school.

• Dance: Submit a written essay on the significance of dance toyour career objectives, along with two letters of recommendation,one from a dance instructor and one from an academic teacheror counselor. In addition, submit a writing sample from oneof your academic courses of study (e.g., history, English,literature, science).

• English: Applicants should submit a copy of the best paperyou have written for an English class.

• Film: Submit a portfolio of recent creative work and a recentsubstantive writing sample (creative writing projects fall intothis category).

• Journalism: Submit a writing portfolio including any samplesof published work. Students who intend to study broadcastjournalism are also encouraged to submit short video oraudio clips in addition to the writing portfolio.

• Media Arts and Studies: Applicants to the audio, video, anddigital media sequences must submit a portfolio of creativework and a recent substantive writing sample. Applicants to themedia studies and management sequence need not submita portfolio.

• Spanish: Applicants should submit two letters of recommen-dation that speak to your knowledge and use of the languageand culture. In addition, submit samples of graded papers inSpanish with at least two pages of writing with teacher comments.

• Studio Art: Submit an electronic portfolio consisting of 20+digital images of your original art work, including 5 drawingsdone from life, 5-10 objects or images of the objects thatdisplay your ability to think and work conceptually andtechnically, and 5 images of your choice. This should be aCD OR a memory stick onto which you have copied a PowerPoint, PDF OR jpegs. You may submit multiple views, butmust include 10-15 pieces of original work that bestdemonstrate your creativity.

Every applicant is required to submit two letters of recommendationwith their application. Please clip application materials togetherand submit in an envelope, rather than a folder or binder. Allmaterials should be mailed directly to the Honors TutorialCollege and must be received on or before December 1, 2011.Ohio UniversityHonors Tutorial College35 Park Place1 Ohio UniversityAthens OH 45701Complete applications received by December 1 will be reviewedby HTC to determine whether the application will be forwardedto the Director(s) of Studies (faculty members responsible foradministering each program of study) for further review.After December 1, 2011, Directors of Studies willselect candidates for required on-campus interviews.Interview invitations will be mailed in late December.Applicants who do not receive an invitation to interviewfor an HTC program automatically will be reviewed foradmission to the appropriate college.Because of the nature of a tutorial-education, an on-campus interviewwith Director(s) of Studies and faculty tutors is required. There willbe two interview days in January 2012: January 7 and January 14.Applicants will be assigned an interview date. Applicants interviewingin music or performance theater will audition on Interview Day.After interviews are completed, offers of admission will be sent toselected applicants during the first week of February. Intervieweeswho are not offered admission to an HTC program will automaticallybe reviewed for admission to the appropriate college.

The Honors Tutorial College offers a nationally distinctiveundergraduate education based on the British tutorial modeldeveloped at Oxford and Cambridge universities. Tutorials consistof courses taught either one-on-one with a student and a professoror a very small seminar consisting of several Honors TutorialCollege students and a professor. In general, Honors TutorialCollege students take one tutorial per academic semester alongwith a mix of traditional courses. An education grounded in thisapproach provides for exceptional faculty contact, substantial

mentoring, and heightened intellectual development. Success intutorial education also requires a high degree of maturity, self-motivation, curiosity, and mental energy. In judging whether atutorial education is the right path for you, please take a momentto read through the document titled “Something CompletelyDifferent: An Honors Tutorial College Undergraduate Education”available online at www.ohio.edu/honors on the ‘About HTC’tab. The College is highly selective, typically enrolling only 60students each year across all of its programs of study.

Undergraduate Admissions, Chubb Hall 120, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701-2979, U.S.A.E-mail: admissions@ohio.edu Telephone: 740.593.4100 Fax: 740.593.0560

Failure to complete all sections of this form may significantly delay the processing time of your application. Remember to sign your applica-tion and include the $45 nonrefundable fee. If you are applying to the Honors Tutorial College (deadline: Dec. 1), please refer to page 6 of this application for complete application and mailing requirements. An essay is required if you have been out of school for more than one year. An essay is recommended if you are applying as a freshman to the E. W. Scripps School of Journalism (priority date: Dec. 15).

Personal Information Name

last firstmiddle suffix

Previous Name (other name under which your transcripts might appear)

last firstmiddle suffix

Gender Male Female Date of Birth / / month day year

Social Security Number Please verify the accuracy of your Social Security Number before submitting your application. Entering an inaccurate SSN could cause significant problems with your student record, especially if you intend to apply for need-based financial aid at OHIO.

While submission of the SSN is optional on the application for admission and scholarships, please note that students who have not supplied a Social Security Number to Ohio University cannot be considered for need-based financial aid. If you do not wish to provide a SSN at this time but would like to be considered for financial aid at OHIO, you will need to supply official documentation of your SSN to Undergraduate Admissions in advance of your FAFSA results being sent to Ohio University.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes No At all times, as an applicant or student, you are required to notify Ohio University’s Office of Legal Affairs of any felony conviction.

Are you currently charged or under indictment for a felony? Yes No

FreshmanApplicant TransferApplicant

Entry Term: College:

Fall(September) ArtsandSciences Business Communication EducationandHumanServices

EngineeringandTechnology FineArts HealthSciencesandProfessions

Spring(January)*HonorsTutorialCollege UniversityCollege

SummerI(May)*HonorsTutorialCollegeapplicantsrefertopage6ofthisapplicationforcompleteapplicationandmailingrequirements.

SummerII(July) Major: Ifyoudonotidentifyamajor,youwillbeprocessedasanundecidedstudentinUniversityCollege.

Major Code: EntryYearSeemajorcodelistonthefollowingpages.

2012-2013 Academic Yearwww.ohio.edu/admissions

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Residency and Citizenship What is your country of citizenship? If you did not answer “United States” in the above question, are you a U.S. permanent resident? Yes No

Are you an international student? Yes No If yes, please complete the International Application for Admission and Scholarships. Do not complete this form.

Are you an Ohio resident? Yes No If yes, since when?

If you are an Ohio resident, what is your county of residence?

Could someone else claim you on the previous year tax return? Yes No

Birth Location

Location/City

State

Country If you were not born in the U.S. but are a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, please submit proof of this status.

Note: This address will be used for correspondence from Ohio University. Please notify Undergraduate Admissions if this e-mail address changes.

Contact Information Permanent Home Address

street street2

city state zip/postalcode

Validasof county country(ifnotU.S.)

Mailing Address (ifdifferentfrompermanent)

street street2

city state zip/postalcode

Validasof county country(ifnotU.S.)

Telephone and E-mail Address

permanenttelephone cellphone

e-mailaddress

Ethnic Background [optional]This information is optional and will not be used for discriminatory purposes.

Are you Hispanic/Latino? Yes No Select one or more of the races from the following: AmericanIndianorAlaskaNative Asian BlackorAfricanAmerican NativeHawaiianorOtherPacificIslander White

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Emergency Contact Information Name

last first

street street2

city state zip/postalcode

county country(ifnotU.S.)

Home Work Cell telephone(includeareacode)

Relationship to applicant:Mother Father StepFather StepMother LegalGuardian

Family Information [optional]Will you be the first person in your family to go to college? Yes No If your parents are divorced or separated, please respond to these questions about the parent(s) you lived with more during the past twelve months, even if one is a step-parent.

Parent/Guardian 1Highest school this parent/guardian completed:LessThanHSGraduate HSGraduateorEquivalent SomeCollege TechnicalSchool 2YearCollegeDegree Bachelor’sLevelDegree SomeGraduateSchool Master’sLevelDegree Doctorate(Academic) Doctorate(Professional) PostDoctorate

Did this parent graduate from Ohio University? Yes No If yes, year of graduation ( y y y y ) Is this parent an employee of Ohio University? Yes No Parent/Guardian 1 Name:

last first

e-mailaddress

Relationship to applicant:Mother Father StepFather StepMother LegalGuardian

[FamilyInformationcontinuedonnextpage.]

Military StatusAre you currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than training? Yes No

For purposes of the following questions, a veteran is defined as an individual who (1) has engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard) or is a National Guard or Reserve enlistee who was called to active duty for other than state or training purposes, or was a cadet or midshipman at one of the service academies, and (2) was released under a condition other than dishonorable. Also answer “Yes” if these conditions do not apply now but will apply by June 30, 2012.

An individual should answer “No” if he/she (1) has never engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, (2) is currently an ROTC student or cadet or midshipman at a service academy, (3) is a national Guard or Reserve enlistee activated only for state or training purposes, or (4) was engaged in active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces but released under dishonorable conditions.

Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Yes No

Is your parent (mother,father,step-mother,step-father) or legal guardian a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Yes No

Is your spouse a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces? Yes No

Are you currently a member of the National Guard or the Armed Forces reserve? Yes No

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High School Information High school type? Public Private Homeschool

Name of High School

DateofGraduation High School CEEB code / monthyear

Location city state

IfyouearnedaGED,pleaseindicatewhereanddatereceived:

/ monthyear state

Freshman: List your senior year schedule below:

1. 5. 9.

2. 6. 10.

3. 7.

4. 8.You must submit ACT (writing portion for one administration is strongly recommended) or SAT test results unless you have been out of high school for more than one year. Scores must be received directly from the testing agency.

I have taken/will take ACT I have retaken/will retake ACT / / monthyear monthyear

I have taken/will take SAT I have retaken/will retake SAT / / monthyear monthyear

Family Information [continued]

Parent/Guardian 2Highest school this parent/guardian completed:LessThanHSGraduate HSGraduateorEquivalent SomeCollege TechnicalSchool 2YearCollegeDegree Bachelor’sLevelDegree SomeGraduateSchool Master’sLevelDegree Doctorate(Academic) Doctorate(Professional) PostDoctorate

Did this parent graduate from Ohio University? Yes No If yes, year of graduation ( y y y y ) Is this parent an employee of Ohio University? Yes No Parent/Guardian 2 Name:

last first

e-mailaddress

Relationship to applicant:Mother Father StepFather StepMother LegalGuardian

Did any other family member graduate from Ohio University? Yes No

If yes, graduate’s name

Year of graduation Relationship to applicant ( y y y y )

If yes, graduate’s name

Year of graduation Relationship to applicant ( y y y y )

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List all other institutions attended prior to enrolling at Ohio University. If you enroll at another institution after submitting this application you must notify Undergraduate Admissions of that institution. Indicate dates of attendance and degrees earned, if applicable.

FullNameofInstitution CityandState(only) DatesofAttendance Degree(s)Earned

mo./yr.tomo./yr. year

mo./yr.tomo./yr. year

mo./yr.tomo./yr. year

mo./yr.tomo./yr. year

mo./yr.tomo./yr. year

Statement of Integrity: IunderstandthatIamresponsibleforsubmittingcompleteandaccurateinformationonmyapplicationformandinallrelatedapplicationmaterials.Icertifythattheinformationcontainedinthisapplicationformandinallapplicationmaterialsiscompleteandaccurate,andIunderstandthatsubmissionofinaccurateinformationbymeoratmydirectionmaybesufficientcauseforterminatingmyenrollment.

Signature Date

PLEASE RETURN THIS APPLICATION WITH THE $45 NONREFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE TO:Undergraduate Admissions, Chubb Hall 120, 1 Ohio University, Athens OH 45701-2979, U.S.A.

It is the policy of Ohio University that there shall be no discrimination against any individual in educational or employment opportunities because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin,

ancestry, age, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, or veteran status. Ohio University is an affirmative action institution. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries

regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Executive Director Laura L. Myers, J.D., M.A., C.A.A.P., Office for Institutional Equity, 1 Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 45701, Telephone: 740.593.9132.

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Education HistoryHave you ever taken Ohio University coursework (regardlessoflocationorlevel)? Yes No

Have you attended any other colleges or universities? Yes No

Have you ever been dismissed or suspended from high school or another college/university? Yes No

If yes, indicate the institution,

reason and date. Disciplinary Academic Date

Have you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any school you have previously attended? Yes No You should answer yes to the above question if, at any time, you have been found responsible for any disciplinary violation at your school, whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from your institution.

Ifyes,pleaseattachanexplanation.

Are there any unresolved judicial charges still pending at any of your previous institutions? Yes No Ifyes,pleaseattachanexplanation.

Are you eligible to return to every institution you have previously attended? Yes No Ifno,pleaseattachanexplanation.

Honors Tutorial College Application SupplementAPPLICATION DEADLINE: DEC. 1, 2011Complete this section only if you are applying to the Honors Tutorial College.

Mail all application materials, including this form, directly to:Ohio UniversityHonors Tutorial College35 Park Place1 Ohio UniversityAthens OH 45701

NAMElast/surname first/givenmiddle

SocialSecurityNumber

Although the standard Ohio University application only allows application to one program, Honors Tutorial College applicants may apply for up to three programs of study. Note: Only apply for a program if you are seriously interested in pursuing that field of study. Applying for more than one program does not increase your chances of being accepted into the Honors Tutorial College. Honors Tutorial College does not offer an undecided option. All applicants must apply and be admitted to a specific program of study.

HONORS TUTORIAL COLLEGE PROGRAM(S) OF STUDY FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING:

(Pleasenote:Thischoiceofprogrammustmatchyourchoiceonpage1.IfyouareapplyingtoMediaArtsandStudies,pleaseindicatewhichtrack youwishtopursue.ApplicationstotheHonorsTutorialCollegeprograminCommunicationSciencesandDisordersarenotaccepteduntilthejunioryear.)

Essay QuestionsPleaserespondtoeachofthequestionsbelowonaseparatepieceofpaper.Besuretoincludeyourfullnameandsocialsecuritynumberoneachpage.

YourresponsestothesequestionswillbeconsideredbyallindividualsinvolvedintheHonorsTutorialCollegeadmissionprocess.Whatandhowyoucommunicateareimportantinhelpingusdetermineifatutorialeducationisthebestfitforyou.Whileitisacceptabletoasksomeonetoreviewyouranswersforfeedback,thewritingandideasshouldbeyourown.

1. Pleaseexplainfullywhyyouhavechosenyourparticularprogram(s)ofstudy.

2. Weexpectthatoneofthereasonsyoumayseekatutorialeducationisfortheoneononeinteractionwithfaculty,but otherthanthat,whatinterestsyouaboutpursuingatutorialbasedundergraduateeducation?Whataspectsofyoureducation andlifeexperiencehavepreparedyouforatutorialeducation?

3. Whatelsewouldyoulikeustoknowaboutyouthatmaynotbereflectedintheadmissionmaterialsthatyouhavesubmitted?

Statement of Integrity: IunderstandthatIamresponsibleforsubmittingcompleteandaccurateinformationonmyapplicationformandinallrelatedapplicationmaterials.Icertifythattheinformationcontainedinthisapplicationformandinallapplicationmaterialsiscompleteandaccurate,andIunderstandthatsubmissionofinaccurateinformationbymeoratmydirectionmaybesufficientcauseforterminatingmyenrollment.

Signature Date

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Ohio University Notice of Non-Discrimination:Ohio University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or military veteran status in its employment practices or in the provision of educational programs and services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University’s non-discrimination policies, to re-ceive discrimination/harassment complaints from members of the university community, and to monitor the institution’s compliance with state and federal non-discrimination laws and regulations:

Laura L. Myers, J.D., M.A., C.A.A.P.Executive Director – Office for Institutional EquityTitle IX Coordinator, ADA/504 Coordinator101 Crewson HouseAthens, Ohio 45701740.593.9132equity@ohio.edu

For more information about Ohio University’s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and for a description of Ohio University’s grievance procedures, please visit the webpage for the Office for Institutional Equity at http://www.ohio.edu/equity

Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action university.

Applicants must indicate the proper state of residence at the time of application. For information about residency status for tuitionpurposes at Ohio University, visit www.ohio.edu/admissions/residency.

RESIDENCY

Services are available for students with diagnosed documented disabilities. Students are encouraged to contact Disability Services/Officefor Institutional Equity at least five months prior to beginning classes to ensure specific accommodations are met. For more information,please visit the Disability Services Website at www.ohio.edu/disabilities, or call 740.593.2620 (V) or 740.593.0193 (TTY).

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

MAJOR CODE LIST

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AA Associate in ArtsAAS Associate in Applied ScienceAS Associate in ScienceBA Bachelor of ArtsBB Bachelor of Business

Administration

BC Bachelor of Science in Communication

BF Bachelor of Fine ArtsBJ Bachelor of Science in JournalismBM Bachelor of MusicBS Bachelor of Science

ND Nondegree or undecided program (sometimes used to indicate that a pre-major program is required prior to direct admission to the major)

SA Additional action required

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCESSome of the majors in this college havetwo major codes. In general, with thesemajors you have the option of choosinga degree program that is oriented eithermore toward the sciences (BS) or towardthe liberal arts (BA). Details on thedifferences can be found in the Collegeof Arts and Sciences section of theUndergraduate Catalog. You may wantto consult with an admissions advisor ora college representative about which optionis more suitable for you.

African American StudiesBA4903 African American Studies

AnthropologyBA4252 Anthropology

Biological SciencesBS2121 Biological SciencesBS2520 Cellular and Molecular

BiologyBA2129 Environmental Biology BA2128 Human Biology BS2126 Marine, Freshwater, and

Environmental BiologyBS0411 MicrobiologyBS2127 Pre-DentistryBS2127 Pre-MedicineBS2127 Pre-OptometryBS2507 Pre-Physical TherapyBS2127 Pre-Veterinary MedicineBS2515 Wildlife and

Conservation Biology

Chemistry and BiochemistryBS3311,BA3311 ChemistryBS3316 BiochemistryBS3315,BA3315 Environmental

ChemistryBS3310 Forensic ChemistryBS3312,BA3312 Pre-DentistryBS3314,BA3314 Pre-MedicineBS3313 Pre-Pharmacy

Classics and World ReligionsBA5214 Classical CivilizationBA5215 World ReligionsBA5217 Classical Languages

EconomicsBA4221,BS4225 EconomicsBA4223 Pre-Foreign ServiceBA4222 Pre-Law

EnglishBA5231 EnglishBA5232 Creative WritingBA5234 Pre-LawBA5233 Pre-Theology

Environmental and Plant BiologyBS2111, Plant BiologyBA2111BS2118 Cell Biology and

BiotechnologyBS2113 Environmental BiologyBS2115 Applied Ecology

GeographyBS4231,BA4231 GeographyBS4232 Environmental

GeographyBS4237 Environmental Pre-LawBS4235 Geographic Information

ScienceBS4238 MeteorologyBS4234 Urban Planning

Geological SciencesBS3321,BA3321 Geological SciencesBS3323 Environmental Geology

HistoryBA4211 HistoryBA4212 Pre-Foreign ServiceBA4214 Pre-LawBA4213 Pre-Theology

International StudiesBA4405 Global Studies – AfricaBA4406 Global Studies – AsiaBA4407 Global Studies – EuropeBA4408 Global Studies –

Latin AmericaBA4409 Global Studies –

War and Peace

LinguisticsBA5290 Linguistics

MathematicsBS3101,BA3101 MathematicsBS3105,BA3105 Actuarial SciencesBS3103 Applied MathematicsBS3110,BA3110 MeteorologyBS3106 Statistics

Modern LanguagesBA5221 FrenchBA5222 GermanBA5224 RussianBA5225 Spanish

PhilosophyBA5241 PhilosophyBA5244 Pre-LawBA5242 Pre-Theology

PhysicsBS3331,BA3331 PhysicsBS3332 Applied PhysicsBS3335 AstrophysicsBS3338 Meteorology

Political ScienceBA4201 Political ScienceBA4203 Pre-Law

PsychologyBA4101 PsychologyBA4105 Pre-Physical

Therapy

SociologyBA4251 SociologyBA4253 CriminologyBA4254 Pre-Law

MAJOR CODE PREFIXESThe two-letter prefix of each major code indicates the type of degree awarded in that major. In some cases, it indicates that anadditional application process is required for admission to the major.

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UndecidedND0410 Undecided1

ND0406 Undecided-HumanitiesPreference1

ND0408 Undecided-SocialSciences Preference1

ND0407 Undecided-NaturalSciences Preference1

Women’s and Gender StudiesBA4402 Women’s and

Gender Studies

COLLEGE OF BUSINESSThe Sport Management Major leads tothe Bachelor of Sport Science. All othermajors within the College of Business leadto the Bachelor of Business Administration.

BB6121 AccountingBB6124 Business EconomicsBB6120 Business Pre-LawBB6125 FinanceBB6122 General BusinessBB6132 International

BusinessBB6126 Management and

Strategic LeadershipBB6137 Management

Information SystemsBB6127 MarketingND8840 Pre-Sport

Management2, 3

ND0610 Undecided

SCRIPPS COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION

Communication StudiesBC5363 Communication and

Public AdvocacyBC5363 Organizational

CommunicationBC5363 Health Communication

Information andTelecommunication Systems

BC5329 Information andTelecommunicationSystems

Journalism4

All applicants to the E. W. Scripps Schoolof Journalism apply using the followingmajor code.

BJ6908 JournalismFreshman journalism students will selectone of the following Bachelor ofJournalism programs during the first yearof study. Transfer applicants may declareone of these tracks on the requiredsupplemental application.4

News and InformationStrategic Communication

Media Arts and StudiesAudio Production

BC5353 Music ProductionBC5354 Audio Post Production

Media StudiesBC5311 Media Studies

Digital MediaBC5322 Digital Media

Special Effects,Games and Animation

ManagementBC5312 Management

Video ProductionBC5313 Video Production

Visual Communication4

BS6924 Informational Graphics/Publication Design

BS6923 Interactive MultimediaBS6922 PhotojournalismBS6925 Commercial

Photography

PATTON COLLEGE OF EDUCATIONAND HUMAN SERVICES

Early ChildhoodAA1106 Child DevelopmentND8837 Pre-Early Childhood3

Middle ChildhoodBS6175 Mathematics and

Social StudiesBS6176 Science and Social

StudiesBS6177 Mathematics and ScienceBS6178 Language Arts and

Social StudiesBS6179 Language Arts and

ScienceBS6180 Language Arts and

Mathematics

Adolescent to Young Adult(Secondary)

BS6314 Life ScienceBS6315 Earth ScienceBS6306 Integrated Language

ArtsBS6307 Integrated MathematicsBS6309 Integrated ScienceBS6308 Integrated Social StudiesBS6310 Physical Science

Multi-Age ProgramsBS6232 FrenchBS6233 GermanBS6235 SpanishBS6312 Physical Education

Special EducationBS6316 Special Education-

Intervention SpecialistMild-ModerateEducational Needs5

BS6317 Special Education-Intervention SpecialistModerate-IntensiveEducational Needs5

Recreation and Sport PedagogyND8838 Pre-Physical Educational5BS8156 Outdoor Recreation

and EducationBS8109 Recreation Management

Human and ConsumerSciences Education

ND8835 Pre-Retail Merchandisingand Fashion ProductDevelopment3

BS6370 Family and ConsumerSciences Education

BS6361 Restaurant, Hoteland Tourism

UndecidedND0810 Undecided

RUSS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERINGAND TECHNOLOGY

AviationAA7250 Aviation TechnologyBS7261 Aviation ManagementBS7258 Flight Option

Chemical and BiomolecularEngineering

BS7251 Chemical EngineeringBS7262 Chemical Engineering/

Materials trackBS7263 Chemical Engineering/

Biological trackBS7264 Chemical Engineering/

Energy and theEnvironment track

Civil EngineeringBS7252 Civil Engineering

Computer ScienceBS7260 Computer Science

Electrical EngineeringBS7253 Electrical Engineering

trackBS7254 Electrical Engineering/

Computer Engineeringtrack

Industrial Systems EngineeringBS7255 Industrial and Systems

Engineering

Engineering Technologyand Management

BS7256 Engineering Technologyand Management

includes minor in business

Mechanical EngineeringBS7257 Mechanical Engineering

UndecidedND0910 Undecided

COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS

ArtFreshmen are admitted to one of thefollowing Bachelor of Arts programs.These are direct entry programs thatdo not require a portfolio review.

BA5193 Art6

BA5149 Art History6

Admission to any specific art major leadingto a Bachelor of Fine Arts is contingentupon a successful portfolio review at theend of the sophomore year. The followingBFA programs are offered:

CeramicsGraphic DesignInterior Architecture7

PaintingPhotographyPrintmakingSculpture

DanceA successful audition is required for allnew freshmen and transfer students foradmission to any major in dance.

BA5150 Dance8

BF5151 Dance6

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14. Undergraduate program in this area availableonly through HTC.

15. In general, the B.A. option provides acurriculum that is more liberal arts-oriented. Youmay want to consult an admissions advisor or acollege representative regarding which option ismore suitable for you.

16. Separate application required. Applicantsmust consult with a University College advisor orregional campus Student Services staff.

17. Requires an associate’s degree in an arearelated to criminal justice for admission. Not opento first-year students.

18. Not open to first-year students.

19. Students may remain undecided until theyhave earned 45 semester hours of credit. Transferapplicants are strongly encouraged to select amajor program of study.

1. Not open to transfer students.

2. This program leads to a Bachelor of SportScience degree.

3. Selective admission program. Upon successfulcompletion of the preparatory programrequirements, you must complete a separateapplication for the major program and admissionis not guaranteed.

4. Transfer applicants must follow the additionalapplication process outlined on this school ordepartment's website.

5. Students admitted to this program mustcomplete a separate application process duringyour first year of study before you will be eligibleto register for any major-specific courses.

6. Selective admission program. This programleads to a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

7. Selective admission program. Upon successfulcompletion of the preparatory programrequirements, you must pass the portfolio reviewat the end of the freshman year to continue asan Interior Architecture major.

8. This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree.

9. Selective admission program. This programleads to a Bachelor of Music degree.

10. Selective program. Freshmen apply for fulladmission at the end of their first year. Transfersrefer to instructions.

11. This pre-professional program does not fulfillany degree but is intended as preparation foradmission into a professional school or program.

12. You must complete the Pre-Social WorkProgram and submit a separate application beforeyou can become a social work major.

13. Not open to first-year students. Selectiveadmission doctoral program. Major in apreparatory program such as BiologicalSciences/Pre-Physical Therapy or Psychology/Pre-Physical Therapy in the College of Artsand Sciences, or Exercise Physiology in the Collegeof Health Sciences and Professions. You mustapply for the doctoral program through the Schoolof Physical Therapy.

MusicAuditions are required for all new freshmenand transfer students for admission intoany major in music.

The following code leads to a Bachelor ofArts in music and requires a successfulentry-level audition:

BA5195 Music8

The following codes lead to a Bachelorof Music degree and require a successfulentry-level audition:

BM5105 Music Composition9

BM5106 Music EducationChoral Emphasis9

BM5107 Music EducationInstrumental Emphasis9

BM5115 Music Therapy9

BM5104 Piano Pedagogy9

BM5100 Piano Performance9

BM5103 Orchestral Instruments9

BM5102 Organ Performance9

BM5101 Voice Performance9

TheaterFirst year students are admitted to one ofthe following programs. These are directentry programs that do not require anaudition, interview or portfolio review:

BA5194 Theater8

BF5137 General Theater

The BF5137 code leads to the following BFAmajors, pending an application and asuccessful audition, interview, and/orportfolio review at the end of the freshmanyear:

Management6

Performance (Acting)6

Playwriting6

Production Design and Technology6

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCESAND PROFESSIONS

Applied Health Sciences and WellnessND8142 Pre-Athletic Training10

ND8839 Pre-Exercise Physiology3

BS6472 NutritionBS6470 Applied Nutrition

Social and Public HealthBS6468 Child and Family StudiesBS8105 Community HealthBS6260 Environmental Health

ScienceBS8119 Health Services

AdministrationBS3309 Industrial HygieneBS6836 Long-Term Health

Care AdministrationND6603 Pre-Social Work11, 12

Rehabilitation and CommunicationSciences

BS5305 Communication Sciencesand Disorders(formerly Hearing,Speech, and LanguageSciences)Physical Therapy13

NursingThis four-year program leads to theBachelor of Science in Nursing degree(BSN) for students seeking initial licensureas a registered nurse (RN).

ND1220 Pre-Nursing3

UndecidedND0210 Undecided

HONORS TUTORIAL COLLEGEThe Honors Tutorial College offers anationally distinctive undergraduateeducation based on the British tutorialmodel developed at Oxford and Cambridgeuniversities. Applicants must complete theHTC application supplement.

BA1934 AnthropologyBA1935 Art HistoryBS1931 AstrophysicsBS1902 Biological SciencesBB1926 BusinessBS1904 ChemistryBA1932 ClassicsBC1918 Communication

StudiesBS1929 Computer ScienceBF1906 DanceBS1910 EconomicsBS1925 Engineering Physics14

BA1916 EnglishBS1901 Environmental and

Plant BiologyBF1924 Film14

BA1914 FrenchBA1909 HistoryBJ1923 JournalismBS1903 MathematicsBC1920 Media Arts and StudiesBA 1938 Music8

BS1937 Neuroscience14

BA1917 PhilosophyBS1905 PhysicsBA1908 Political ScienceBA1930 Social WorkBA1912 Sociology/Sociology

CriminologyBA1915 SpanishBF1940 Studio Art6

BA1939 Studio Art8

BF1913,BA1913 Theater15

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Associate in ArtsAA1101 Arts and Humanities

EmphasisAA1110 Social Sciences

Emphasis

Associate in Individualized StudiesAI5508 Associate in

Individualized Studies16

Associate in ScienceAS1104 Associate in Science

Baccalaureate DegreesBC2209 Bachelor of Criminal

Justice17

BS1112 Bachelor of SpecializedStudies16, 18

UndecidedND1201 Undecided19