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Your high school journey is coming to an end, but your future begins right now. Become a Polar Bear and join a strong community known for tradition and academics. Get ready to learn, lead and roar.

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Your Story in Numbers

  • 3,116 Awesome students on campus
  • 19 Average number of classmates in a typical ONU class
  • 514 Number of endowed scholarships available
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Start your adventure. We’re here when you’re ready.

We operate on a rolling-admissions basis, meaning you can apply any time during the year (except for pharmacy, which has a priority application date of Dec. 1). But if you submit your application early (by Dec. 1), you’ll be considered for more scholarships.
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I chose ONU for the small class sizes and the ability to have strong relationships with my professors.
Karam Abuhelal, double major in psychology and sociology
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Polar Bear Journey

Hitting the books is job one, followed by adventures and experiences that will take you places you’ve never expected.

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Abby McKee: Confident about the Future

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Lainie Howell: Honing Lab Skills

Pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences student is learning by doing

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Faith Hampton: On Track for Medical School

Biology major plans to specialize in geriatric neurology

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Learn about Financial Aid and Scholarships to help you achieve your dreams

Earning your degree is one of the biggest and most rewarding investments you’ll make during your lifetime – and we have seen the highest returns in the entire state. Learn about the financial aid and scholarships we offer.
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Make your deposit and make it official

Reserve your spot in the entering class by submitting your deposit. When you submit your deposit, you will be given access to set up your ONU email, register for Summer Orientation, and select your housing.
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Ada, Ohio 45810

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