Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program Application

You must be an Ohio resident to be considered for this program.
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Semester Starting

Indicate the semester you plan to start at CSU.
If you are interested in “pre-med” and want to participate in the program, you must also be in one of these eligible majors.

Type of Application

First-time attending college after high school
Previously attended another College or University (excluding College Credit Plus)

Are you interested in living on campus in freshman housing with other Choose Ohio First Scholars?

Did you participate in the BRIDGES program at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C)?

Have you participated in a COF program at another Institution?

Authorization

I certify that the information provided on this application is accurate, complete and subject to verification. I understand that all required application information will be evaluated for eligibility purposes. I also understand that any misrepresentation or omission may be cause for the University to deny or cancel my application, or revoke any scholarship award, if discovered subsequently. I authorize the release of my academic information by each school I have attended (including high school, college or university). I further authorize the sharing of academic information provided in my application for admission to Cleveland State University.

General Program Requirements:

  • Be a full-time undergraduate student in an eligible STEM major (Typically 15 credit hours per semester)
  • ​​Participate in required cohort activities (i.e.- meetings, poster sessions, etc.)  
  • Meet with assigned advisor at least once a semester   
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher  
  • Make progress toward an eligible STEM degree  
  • Participate in a work-based experience (internship, co-op, research)
  • Have a 4-year graduation plan approved by your major advisor (exceptions for time to degree may be made for dual majors, students participating in a co-op, etc.) 

If I am selected for this scholarship, I will fulfill these program requirements.