MCR Admissions Timeline
Use this timeline to understand what to expect in the MCR admissions process after submitting your application. Dates may be approximate and are subject to change. Email onlineenrollment@osu.edu if you have questions regarding the application process.

Deadline:
Summer 2026: March 31
Autumn 2026: June 30
Spring 2027: October 31
The application and all materials must be submitted. You can track the status of your application through your applicant center. The application status will show as “pending” until a decision is made. Ohio State graduate transfer applicants can track their application status by emailing OnlineEnrollment@osu.edu.

Decision
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis from the date the application opens until approximately four weeks prior to the start of the admission term.

Accept
If admitted, you will have until two weeks prior to the admission term to accept your offer.

Orientation: TBA

Classes begin
Reference the Academic Calendar. Tuition and fee payments are due one week prior to the start of the semester. Reference your Statement of Account through Buckeye Link for more details.