FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility 

Rising junior or senior status.

Ability to work in the U.S., we are unable to transfer a visa.

Housing

The cost of housing is covered for the duration of the program.

Students will be required to live in campus dorms, double occupancy. The location of the dorm has not been determined, we are planning a north campus, air conditioned, bathroom in the dorm room.

Bed linens and towels will not be supplied, students will be responsible for bringing your own or purchasing them when you arrive. There are 2 Target stores within walking distance to campus.

Pets are not permitted in campus dorms.

Meals

You will receive ‘BuckID cash’ and we will load $19.00 (to be finalized) per day for the number of days of the program. This will allow you to eat in the dining commons and all off campus partners who accept BuckID.

Getting to Columbus and around

The John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately a 15 minute drive to campus, or 10 miles.

The Campus Area Bus Service (CABS) is a free transit service provided by The Ohio State University. COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority is free with your BuckID and provides transportation throughout the central Ohio area. Both systems have apps and real time tracking and instructions.

Parking – if you are driving to campus and plan to have a car on campus, you will need to purchase a parking permit CPN1 or CPN2, rates to be determined (~$85-$90/monthly).