How to apply

Application cycle

Note: you must be a currently enrolled Ohio State student graduating after the spring 2026 semester to apply

Every candidate must attend an information session for their application to be considered (see options below). If you cannot attend an information session, please contact Casey Rinella at rinella.12@osu.edu.

Ready to learn more? Attend a mandatory info session:

All info sessions will be held in the Undergraduate Welcome Center in the Ohio Union (3rd floor).

August 26, 5 to 6 p.m.
September 3, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
September 8, 6 to 7 p.m.
September 15, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

All virtual sessions will be held via Zoom. The link will be sent upon registration.

September 20, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Application

The 2027 cohort application will open August 24-September 20, 2026

You must be a currently enrolled Ohio State student graduating after the spring 2026 semester to apply. To be considered, complete and submit the two-part application below by September 20, 2026.

What are the benefits of being a Host?

Beyond having a guaranteed seat at each Ohio State football game, Hosts get to:

Give back to the university and your community by recruiting the next generation of Buckeyes
Interact with students from different backgrounds and learn to work with an exceptional group of coworkers
Improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Become experts about what's happening on campus and with Ohio State football
Develop life-long connections with other Buckeyes
Engage with University and Football staff to learn core aspects of Football Recruiting and Undergraduate Admissions