Global Education
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Why do so many international students choose Ohio?

Fact: Over 19,000 international students attend Ohio schools from over 170 countries, a 7.9 percent increase since 2008.
The answer is perfect balance.
From cutting-edge urban research institutions to small town liberal arts colleges, from world-class sporting events to premier arts programs, from the great outdoors to rich cultural amenities and everything in between – Ohio is the place where you can thrive in every aspect of your college experience. Our comprehensive system of higher education provides students with a diverse range of academic and financial aid options, ensuring a high quality, affordable education that will put you ahead of the curve in today’s global economy. Ohio truly provides a perfect balance of world-class education, diverse cultural experiences and high standard of living.
We are proud of our communities founded on Midwestern values that foster personal growth. Because it costs less to live here than in most other states, Ohio provides the best of all possible worlds – enjoy an active, fulfilling lifestyle with a dynamic array of cultural and recreational opportunities that reflect a higher living standard with more expendable income. In addition, Ohio's central location offers short commutes to friends, family and some of the top U.S. travel destinations. Ohio truly is the state of perfect balance.
Fostering innovation
The industries of tomorrow are born out of the research laboratories of today. That is why Ohio invests heavily to attract top talent to our premier research universities and Centers of Excellence, making our institutions worldwide leaders in their fields. Fostering creative thinking and seminal research on our campuses gives students the edge to compete in the rapidly changing world of science and technology.
Preparing for your career
Whether you choose to focus on business management, fashion design, renewable energy or the humanities, Ohio's colleges and universities will prepare you for a career anywhere in the world. Higher education in Ohio works closely with private industry to align our curricula and programs with the ever-changing demands of a global economy. Our extensive co-op and internship programs give our graduates early access to the workplace, providing valuable experience and fully preparing them for a life and career after college.
Delivering high-quality affordable education
With over 100 colleges and universities and over 8,000 degree programs ranging from engineering to health care, or bio-fuels to video game design – Ohio is sure to have the right school and academic program to meet your education goals. Our dedication to quality and affordability means that Ohio students enjoy one of the best values in higher education in the nation.
School Websites for international students
Universities
- Bowling Green State University
- Central State University
- Cleveland State University
- Kent State University
- Miami University
- Ohio University
- Ohio State University
- Shawnee State University
- University of Akron
- University of Cincinnati
- University of Toledo
- Wright State University
- Youngstown State University
Community Colleges
- Belmont Technical College
- Central Ohio Technical College
- Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
- Clark State Community College
- Columbus State Community College
- Cuyahoga Community College
- Edison Community College
- Hocking College
- James A. Rhodes State College
- Eastern Gateway Community College
- Lakeland Community College
- Lorain County Community College
- Marion Technical College
- North Central State College
- Northwest State Community College
- Owens Community College
- Rio Grande Community College
- Sinclair Community College
- Southern State Community College
- Stark State College
- Terra Community College
- Washington State Community College
- Zane State College

