The Ohio State University (OSU) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Scholarships targeted at international graduate students. These scholarships offer comprehensive financial support along with opportunities for professional growth in various fields, particularly in Recreational Sports and Management.
- 🎓 Ohio State University Scholarships 2026: Open for ambitious graduate students seeking financial aid and professional development.
- 💰 Benefits: Fully funded, monthly stipend ~$2,682, full tuition waiver, potential summer employment, and leadership/professional growth in recreation and sports management.
- 🏫 Eligibility: Apply to Graduate School in M.S. Kinesiology/Sport Management or M.A. Educational Studies; minimum 3.0 GPA; submit resume and cover letter.
- 🏋️ Graduate Assistantship Positions:
- Facilities GA – Manage recreation centers and supervise staff.
- Special Events GA – Coordinate ~600 events yearly at RPAC.
- Member Services GA – Oversee 120+ student staff in front-desk and sport shop operations.
- Group Fitness GA – Hire, train, and manage instructors.
- Personal Training GA – Support training programs, workshops, and fitness assessments.
- 📚 Programs: M.S. in Kinesiology, Sport Management or M.A. in Educational Studies, Higher Education, and Student Affairs.
- 📝 Application Process: Complete Rec Sports Graduate Assistant Application, submit cover letter and resume to Kolby Carothers via email (carothers.50@osu.edu).
- ⏰ Deadline: November 1, 2025 for applications and early action merit scholarship consideration.
- 🏅 Merit & Special Scholarships: President’s Ohio, Morrill, Stamps Eminence; merit scholarships mostly for U.S. first-year students, international students have specific eligibility.
- 🌐 ScholarshipUniverse: OSU’s matching platform for internal/external scholarships; mandatory for many scholarship applications.
- 🌎 International Students: Eligible for several scholarships via FAFSA and ScholarshipUniverse; departmental special-eligibility scholarships may apply.
- 🏢 Ohio State Lima Campus: Apply via ScholarshipUniverse by Feb 15 for priority; $450,000+ awarded annually.
Designation:
Graduate Assistantship Positions
| Position | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Facilities Graduate Assistant | Facility management, purchasing, event supervision, and student staff leadership. |
| Special Events Graduate Assistant | Coordination of nearly 600 events annually at the Recreation and Physical Activity Center. |
| Member Services Graduate Assistant | Supervision of student staff at the RPAC Welcome Center and access control operations. |
| Group Fitness Graduate Assistant | Management of hiring and training of fitness instructors, along with program administration. |
| Personal Training Graduate Assistant | Support in personal training |
