Autumn commencement at the Schottenstein Center

The Ohio State University Recruitment Host Program

The Recruitment Host program plays a vital role in welcoming quality students to campus. We are on the front lines of recruiting for The Ohio State University.

The 2024 application will be open August 1 – October 8, 2023.

You must be a currently enrolled Ohio State student to apply, and the application must be completed and submitted by the deadline.

Apply now!

About the program

Recruitment Hosts are a diverse group of about 40 undergraduates brought together by a shared passion for Ohio State. Hosts come from both Ohio and out-of-state and are pursuing many different majors.

The Recruitment Host program, part of Undergraduate Admissions, plays a vital role in welcoming quality students to campus. We are on the front lines of recruiting for The Ohio State University.

Hosts greet and speak with prospective students and their families at recruitment events. Responsibilities include:

  • Serving as hosts, minglers and managers for prospective students and their guests during Undergraduate Admissions recruitment events, home football games and off-season practices, camps and visits
  • Managing the visitor experience and maintaining all NCAA compliance rules and regulations