What is Scholars? How to Apply

The Business Scholars Program is selective, and you must apply to be considered. Students admitted into the Scholars Program typically:

• Rank in the top 20% of their high school class• Have a 27+ ACT composite OR• Have a 1220+ SAT Critical Reading & Math

combined score

Students who are eligible for the Honors Program designation at Ohio State are ineligible for the Scholars Program. Please note: Only new first quarter freshman who begin at OSU during the autumn quarter on the Columbus campus are eligible to apply for the Scholars Programs.

Step 1. Apply to Ohio State at apply.osu.edu

Step 2. Receive your OSU ID via email (issued within 1 week of application submission)

Step 3. Apply to the Scholars Program at hsapp.osu.edu

To be considered, please submit your application by the deadline of February 1.

For additional information:• Visit the Business Scholars Program website:

http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/scholars/Business.aspx

• Contact Lorraine Pennyman at 614.292.6694 or pennyman.4@osu.edu.

The Ohio State Scholars Programs are selective, intentionally developed Learning Communities which provide you with opportunities for collaborative study. Each of the 14 programs is dedicated to a specialized theme that promotes engagement and personal growth. Additionally, each program features a first-year residential community designed to help students in the Scholars Program quickly develop a strong sense of belonging. They live together, study together, experience diverse opportunities outside of the classroom, and build relationships that last throughout their college careers.

• Thematic residential communities• Focused co-curricular activities• Enhanced advising, career planning, and

mentoring• Select classes with other Scholars

students• Collaborative learning opportunities• Special study abroad programs

PROGRAM BENEFITS

What We Do Business Scholars

The Business Scholars Program is a community of talented students that participate in programs and activities designed to complement and enhance their academic experience. This two-year program, beginning with incoming first year students creates, a “learning by doing” environment for Scholars who have a strong interest in pursuing business by offering insight into business, its practice, and its environment. Business Scholars learn to understand the vital role of collaboration through teambuilding, leadership training and workshops led by Fisher College of Business faculty. Partnerships with faculty and alumni are developed to enhance professional development and a high ethical standard of behavior.

Candidates may major in any discipline; however, admission preference is given to students intending to enroll in academic areas within The Fisher College of Business. Candidates must have a strong passion for pursuing business, a desire to network with business professionals, an aspiration to gain knowledge concerning business career possibilities, a curiosity to understand the business culture and international business environment and an interest in developing business related skills.

Interact with faculty and alumni through various programming opportunities including a business etiquette dinner and ethics seminar. Formal workshops and various activities provide Business Scholars the unique opportunity to associate with business professionals early in their college career.

Professional DevelopmentNetworking Opportunities

Business EnvironmentUnderstanding the Global

Achieve first hand international exposure through a week-long study abroad program, specifically designed for Business Scholars. The course is designed to enlighten students’ awareness of international business by including site visits to native companies as a critical in-country component of the class. In addition to the international exposure, Business Scholars have the opportunity to travel to a major national business center within the United States to meet with alumni, visit businesses, and experience cultural events.

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Business Scholars participate in Fisher Citizenship Program activities which foster personal growth, sponsor leadership development events, and encourage first year involvement in Fisher College of Business student organizations. Fisher College of Business students are strongly encouraged to complete all the requirements of the program to become “Fisher Citizens”.