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I describe my school as the best of an Ivy League education in my own backyard. Yes, OSU may be one of the largest universities in the nation, but it has something to offer for everyone with over 800 clubs and organisations to choose from. Beyond that, the synergy of work coming from a law, medical, and undergraduate research based school all on one campus makes OSU the most adept school for combating the world's problems. There are so many connections available for students to take advantage that it seems almost impossible to accomplish one's goals.

At Ohio State, I was immediately welcomed into the Buckeye community and became part of the Ohio State family. Right away I could tell the community and pride that was present at Ohio State. Ohio State is unique because all of the students, as a family and community bond over the love and pride that we all have for the university. I feel I can say, that at no other university, would Hang on Sloopy; the Ohio State song, be requested at a party and cause everyone to dance and yell out O-H-I-O!

Size definitely. It's the second biggest in the nation right now. Also it's is a research university, which makes it fairly unique. The sheer amount of people make it very diverse. With that come great amount of activities and groups which is great.

Many people think OSU is so large, but it's really broken down into small areas.

My school is unique because it offers everything that I was looking for. The distance from my home is 2 1/2 hours away so if I need to get home, I can do it easily. The school has so many majors and career options so if I change my mind, I wouldn't have to change schools also. It is in a large city so if I do have time I can enjoy the many attractions it holds. And the excitement from the athletics is awesome and their is so much school spirit.

This school is very big in comparison to the small schools I picked when applying to colleges. This school has one of the best campuses out of all of the schools I picked. From Woody Hayes drive to Short North to High Street, the campus is superb. All the facilities are updated with some of the newest technology. Advisors, are very friendly and will speak to students personally.

The size (it's huge). Very big football school.

Our school is based on school spirit. "We are THE Ohio State University". It's awesome, there is always a very friendly and exciting vibe on campus. Everyone I know absolutely loves being there

Ohio State has absolutely everything you can think of to do to keep busy or to keep quiet and to yourself.

Ohio State is one of the few schools still on quarters.

The reputation of the school is unbelievable. All the faculty members are great people.

There is definitely a sense of community at this school, which was one major reason why I was attracted to it. Students seem to strike up conversations easily with others and are always willing to help out someone in need. Most of the scholars programs also require their students to volunteer to give back to the community.

It's large and there's a lot to get involved in.

We are The Ohio State University and we are always proud and behind our sports teams. There is a school spirit here that is unparalled to any other college there is.

It is much larger, and has more opportunities for internships and campus jobs than other schools.

Truth is, OSU is great for people looking for freedom to be themselves or do what they want to do. There is every type of activity and every type of person. You don't have to be pressured to join this sorority or fraternity. You can just be you and chances are you will find people like yourself. Chances are, you will get a very good education if that is what you are going there for or you will find a lot of crazy parties, if that's what you like.

OSU is very divserse in terms of how many people of ethnic backgrounds attend. Also, since the campus is so big, it's hard not to find something to do in the area. Most of the students take their academics very seriously and are geared at finding jobs in involving their major when the graduate.

The school spirit at Ohio State is unique and unlike many other schools. Even though there are 50,000 students here, you feel like you are part of a tight-knit community and that you have a special bond with everyone who has attended OSU. On Saturdays, nearly everyone is at the football games or cheering on the team in the many local sports bars and tail gate parties. The sense of camaraderie is unlike anything else.

The Ohio State University is a well respected college. It focuses mainly on education and strives to create successful members of society. It's a really big campus, but offers close ties with students and faculty.

Ohio State is a large school which offers a great variety of diverse majors and activities to its students. However, it is possible to taylor the school to feel as small and inviting as you want to make through the groups with which you are involved and your area of study. I feel very welcome and at home at OSU and have a great pride in my university. The spirit at Ohio State is unrivaled amongst any other school i have ever visited.