The Ohio State University at Marion SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
The 98.8% acceptance rate means admission is very accessible, but the 40% freshman retention rate makes preparation the bigger issue. Because scores are required and more applicants submit ACT results, aim near the top of the range: about a 25 ACT, or roughly a 1200 SAT.
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The Ohio State University at Marion facts and stats
The Ohio State University at Marion serves 849 undergraduates at its Marion campus. Ohio State Marion has a freshman retention rate of 40% and a 6-year graduation rate of 11%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 10.9:1. Ohio State Marion is test-required for admissions.
Marion, OH
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Key The Ohio State University at Marion application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
July 15
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
February 15
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
Because Ohio State Marion requires test scores, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes. To have scores ready for the February 15 financial aid priority deadline, the December SAT or ACT is typically the last retake to target.
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What you'll actually pay
Ohio State Marion is a public college with in-state tuition of $9,488 and out-of-state tuition of $36,266. About 50% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $2,347. Submit the FAFSA by the February 15 priority deadline.

At Ohio State Marion, out-of-state tuition is $36,266, while in-state tuition is $9,488. Room and board adds about $12,358 for students living on campus. Half of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $14,187, and the average merit award is $2,347. Net costs can vary significantly based on residency, housing choices, and financial need.
Student life at The Ohio State University at Marion
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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