Join Us: Scholarships and Funding
We recognize that a large part of inclusive excellence is ensuring our future students can navigate any financial barriers they or their families might experience. This is why we have programs specifically designed to support our students. These programs allow our students to learn more about how to pay for college, creating a strong budget, or finding additional resources to minimize the financial commitment of our students.
For more information on all of our scholarships and more details on how to apply, please visit our scholarships page.
Get Support: Programs to Facilitate Student Success
In addition to our award-winning education-to-career curriculum Blueprint model that is aimed at supporting all students' professional development, we have created programs to offer additional assistance to enable greater equity in the process of attaining academic success. Regardless of your background or situation, you belong here, and we’re on your side.
Some of the programs we offer within the College of Business to assist students in their academic success include:
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Bound for Business Program – It can be particularly difficult to attend college when you’re the first in your family to do so. To help with this, we offer a program for first-generation students to support their transition to the university. Includes early move-in to the residence halls and programming; a year-long course with the same instructor, peer and professional mentoring, and additional scholarships.
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International Student Support – Being outside of one’s own country can be intimidating. Recognizing this, the College of Business has partnered with INTO to support international students through their journey from INTO to graduation. We provide 1:1 support from the College of Business, orientation to the expectations within the College, peer mentorship, and ongoing events/programs meant to welcome and support our international students.
We also encourage students to explore all avenues of support available to them. Some additional programs at OSU to explore include:
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Educational Opportunities Program (EOP) – EOP supports the academic, personal, and professional development of students who have traditionally been denied equal access to higher education, including but not limited to students of color, low-income students, first- generation students, returning older-than-average students, single parents, rurally isolated students, veterans, undocumented students, and students with disabilities. EOP provides a welcoming environment which includes smaller classes, academic counseling, and innovative programs and services designed to enhance retention and persistence. Visit the EOP website for more information on eligibility and application information.
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College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) – CAMP is a federally-funded program designed to support students from migrant and seasonal farm worker backgrounds during their first year in college. The program provides personal, financial and academic support for students, as well as social and cultural enrichment activities. Visit the CAMP website for more information on eligibility and application information.
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TRIO SSS – TRIO SSS is a federally-funded program which provides services to students who meet at least one of the following criteria: 1) being from the first generation in their family in college (neither parent has a four year degree); 2) meeting low-income guidelines; 3) having either a physical or learning disability. Services offered by TRIO SSS include a summer bridge program for new students, academic skills assessment, supplemental academic and personal advising and more. Visit the TRIO SSS website for more information on services and to find out how to apply.
Build Community: Meet Friends and Build Community
We want students to feel comfortable and to have a strong sense of community within the College of Business. This is why we have programs to help students navigate the ins and outs of college life here at OSU.
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Peer to Peer Mentor Program – This program gives every incoming student a peer-mentor. This mentor helps guide and support them through the ups and downs of their first year in the College of Business.
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Professional Mentor Program – This program designed for incoming first year and transfer students to be matched with a professional mentor who is a graduate from the College of Business.
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Graduate and Student Ambassadors – Current graduate and undergraduate students involved in the ambassador program lead welcome events, campus tours, information sessions and 1:1 meetings with prospective students to provide an insider’s view of life in the classroom and beyond.
OSU Cultural & DEI Resources
Students may also find a connection through the various OSU cultural resource centers. These centers are dedicated to fostering an inclusive community at OSU and help coordinate safe environments in which on-campus and online students can share their multiple identities.
Student Clubs
There are also over 20 different student clubs and organizations for our business and design students and 400+ student clubs and organizations at OSU to help build connections with fellow students. Some of the clubs are focused on specific majors and areas of business/design, while others focus on community interests. Explore the possibilities that await you in the College of Business and at OSU!
Get Assistance: Help is Available
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Resources and Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Disability Access Services
Center for Advocacy, Prevention and Education (CAPE)
DREAMERer and undocumented student resources
Report bias: OSU aims to create and sustain learning, working and living environments free from bias. If you have experienced or witnessed a bias incident you can do something about it. Learn more about the process, connect with a member of the Bias Response Team or submit a report.
