Ohio Guaranteed Admission Program

Cleveland University is excited to participate in Ohio’s Guaranteed Admission (OGA) Program. Under Ohio Revised Code § 3345.06, students who meet certain academic criteria are entitled to admission at Ohio’s public colleges and universities through the program.

Program Benefits

•  Top 10% of Graduating Class: Students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class are guaranteed admission to any Ohio public college or university if the student meets the institution’s unconditional admission standard. If the student does not meet the unconditional admission standard, they may be admitted to a regional or branch campus.
• Top 5% of Graduating Class: Students in the top 5% of their class are nominated for the Governor’s Merit Scholarship and guaranteed undergraduate admission to the main campus of any Ohio public college or university and participating private colleges and universities, provided they meet application deadlines.

How to participate at Cleveland State University: 

1. Apply for admission to Cleveland State University.

2. Meet the deadlines for admission to your preferred term.

3. Submit the required application materials by the deadline.

4. Email your Ohio Guaranteed Admission Class Rank Certification Form to admissions@csuohio.edu or upload your form in your admissions portal.

5. Receive your admission decision! 

Questions? Contact Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@csuohio.edu or 216-523-7416.