<p>Please don’t take this the wrong way, but having you list your classes and describing how little reading is assigned is alarming to me. Isn’t reading a good thing? </p>
<p>This is a concern.</p>
<p>That really depends on the class and how you like to learn. Some people learn by reading, some people learn by doing, listening, etc. I have never found my strength in learning by reading, so I try to avoid heavy reading classes. </p>
<p>Often, that material in the reading reinforces what the professor teaches, therefore I called it optional; some classes, reading is the only way by which you can be successful. </p>
<p>I would much rather learn from a professor lecturing and taking notes off of that, but it’s a personal preference. The classes that I mentioned were not an exhaustive list, and as I said, some of the DID require reading.</p>
<p>Osulolz- I know you mentioned you attended the fisher college of business. I have a few questions regarding fisher. I was admitted to the arts and sciences college and called to see if I could be considered for a major within fisher. After evaluation I was notified that I was accepted to fisher as a pre-business major. I understand that I will be taking the main courses needed to apply for business administration. My only concern is, I want to major in Risk Management Insurance. Does this mean I am applying to become a business administration major with a specialization in Risk Management Insurance? As in, when i have earned my degree will it be for Business Administration with a specialization? Also, could you let me know what courses I need to complete before I am able to apply for the major?</p>
<p>christophers9366–</p>
<p>At Fisher, everyone earns a BSBA–Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a specialization. In your case, you would have a BSBA with a specialization in Risk Management Insurance. </p>
<p>As for courses needed to apply, check out this page: [Fisher</a> College of Business | Admissions](<a href=“http://www.cob.ohio-state.edu/undergraduate/admissions]Fisher”>Admissions | Fisher College of Business)</p>
<p>Make sure to click the appropriate tab (current students or future freshmen)</p>
<p>Thanks for all your help! The link you supplied was very helpful as I am a transfer student and wanted to see how that differed from freshmen. Thanks again</p>
<p>Could you give me more information on transferring credits? I’m in the progress of getting my dual enrollment sent over to OSU and the first report just came up on buckeyelink. The status says posted and all of my grades are listed a “K”. I’m hoping you could give me a better explanation on how everything works. Thanks!</p>
<p>NTT0012–</p>
<p>Transfer credit is a bit tricky if you’ve never dealt with it before, I would definitely consult an adviser. However, if you have access to Buckeyelink, go to Student Center (link may work: <a href=“https://buckeyelink.erp.ohio-state.edu/psp/shcosubl/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/SA_LEARNER_SERVICES.SSS_STUDENT_CENTER.GBL[/url]”>https://buckeyelink.erp.ohio-state.edu/psp/shcosubl/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/SA_LEARNER_SERVICES.SSS_STUDENT_CENTER.GBL</a> ) and then DARSweb under Academics–>Academic History. Choose to do it under Semesters, and then run the Transfer credit report. It may take a few refreshes before it shows up. </p>
<p>According to this website, K stands for transfer credit. It won’t appear as a grade most likely because transfer credit isn’t included in your ohio state GPA. ([Grades</a> | Arts and Sciences Advising and Academic Services](<a href=“Advising | College of Arts and Sciences”>Advising | College of Arts and Sciences))</p>
<p>I was hoping you could shed some light on the meal plans. How many blocks do you think an average person needs. Which plan would you say is a good choice. Also, since 1block= 5$ do you have to spend a whole block or if something costs 3$ would they just subtract .6 blocks?</p>
<p>I plan to send my acceptance fee letter via express mail service so that it can reach as soon as possible because the deadline is in less than 5 days, but I’m not sure to which address I’m supposed to mail it to. Do I mail to Chase Lockbox, Attn (183144), 340 S. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, OH 43081? And if yes, do I need to include “Undergraduate Admissions” or “The Ohio State University” into the address as well? I’m an international student by the way.</p>
<p>bigboy94–</p>
<p>Unfortunately, under the current quarter system, we do not use ‘blocks.’ I have only ever used the ‘swipes’ plan and am really not sure how blocks work; this link may be able to help you: [Semester</a> Dining Plans : University Residences and Dining Services](<a href=“Page Not Found : Housing and Residence Education”>Page Not Found : Housing and Residence Education)</p>
<p>According to that: “In addition to meal plans, all of our locations accept cash, BuckID cash, Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Split payments are accepted (i.e. a total bill of $5.30 can be covered with one block, plus $0.30 in another form of payment)”</p>
<p>mrsmile10–</p>
<p>If you are unsure, I would call them do double check. According to this website:</p>
<p>"How do I accept my admission to The Ohio State University? </p>
<p>An Acceptance Fee Statement will be included in the packet sent to you if you are admitted. Please follow the instructions on this statement and return it as soon as possible, along with the US$100 acceptance fee."</p>
<p>and also</p>
<p>“We understand that it can take several weeks for mail to reach destinations overseas. We will not rescind your admission if we receive your Acceptance Fee Statement after the deadline printed on the form. Your admission is still valid.”</p>
<p>[International</a> students FAQ](<a href=“http://undergrad.osu.edu/admissions/international/faq.html]International”>http://undergrad.osu.edu/admissions/international/faq.html)</p>
<p>OSULolz- Admissions is giving me a hard time answering some questions so maybe you could answer some. As I stated before, I was admitted as a transfer student and I was told that a bunch of my credits were transferred as general credits towards graduation. Some classes including Calc I, II, II; Phyiscs I,II; Chemistry I,II. I asked if I could have them re-evaluate some of those tougher math/science courses to transfer as credit for the actual class and they said they could not tell me until September when I attend the college because they are switching to semesters. I find it hard to believe I have to wait until I am already registered for certain classes before I can find out if I shouldn’t even be registered in it. For example, to be directly admitted to my major for Fisher, I need to complete Calc I and II. I have already completed them at my current college which runs on semesters. Since they transfer as general credits as of now I would have to register for Calc I again and then find out while I’m taking the course if I have wasted my money. Can you shed some light on any of this? I understand you are not Admissions or a counselor but it just seems absurd to me that their excuse is always that they’re transitioning to semesters and can’t let me know until I attend.</p>
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<p>When should our son “show up” at OSU for the fall semester? Or another way to look at is is what should we know about dropping him off? </p>
<p>I think dorms open several days before classes start. Should he get their first day to claim a bed and get settled? The place is dead until 2 days before class? </p>
<p>What’s involved in dropping him off. Should we assume we’ll be there several days helping make runs to Target and the grocery store, or is it a one-day event? </p>
<p>Any other information is appreciated. </p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>christophers9366–</p>
<p>They should definitely be able to tell you what your classes will count towards now, the whole system is already set up–you may just have to talk to the correct person. Also, this site may be of some help to you: <a href=“https://www.transfer.org/uselect/dashboard.htm[/url]”>https://www.transfer.org/uselect/dashboard.htm</a> It should show how credits will transfer. You may also be able to use the DARSweb report on Buckeyelink to see how credits will transfer</p>
<p>JohnKS–</p>
<p>After your son receives his housing assignment for the year, they will tell you his move in date. Historically, Ohio State has started on a Wednesday and the earliest dorm move-in day was Sunday. I ALWAYS moved in on move-in day because 1) they have people that move your stuff for you, and 2) it’s good to get organized a few days before school starts. The majority of those on campus move in on this day.</p>
<p>You can also move in the Friday or Saturday before move-in day, usually at a charge of about $30 per night. If your son is worried about roommates or choosing his bed, this may be good. Note that there will be nobody to assist you in moving his things if it isn’t official move-in day. </p>
<p>On move-in day, you will go to the Schottenstein to pick up your key, then move on to the dorm (detailed instructions will be mailed). Your child will check in at the dorm, and then all of your stuff will be unloaded from your car by student volunteers and taken to your room–they make it VERY easy on you, it’s an excellent process. Your stuff will be unloaded into these red carts (<a href=“The Ohio State University - #MyOhioState”>The Ohio State University - #MyOhioState). When you get up to your room, your stuff will be there and you just unload it into your room as you see fit; we may have gone to Target once during my move-in, but it is DEFINITELY NOT something you need to stay for multiple days. I always appreciated greatly my parents helping me get my clothes unloaded, bookshelf put together, etc, but I also enjoyed being in charge of making my room ‘mine,’ I’d give some independence. </p>
<p>My advice: Arrive early (9am), get your key, unload the stuff in the room, make any quick last minute Target runs, grab a last lunch/dinner, head out! </p>
<p>Let me know if you have any other questions!</p>
<p>I was just recently looking through email and saw an email about housing. I just sent in my acceptance fee last week and they have received it. Do I now wait for them to send me something on housing or do I have to fill out the contract online and choose a meal plan etc immediately?</p>
<p>what do the students (esp freshmen) do during those few days. Or, what should they be doing besides finding their classrooms and buying books? </p>
<p>John</p>
<p>OSULolz, Thanks for the very useful information. Should the acceptances be mailed before May 1st or should they be received before May 1st. My son mailed his acceptance fee on April 23rd morning. Do we get an email that the acceptance was received or it is better to call and confirm?
Thanks again.</p>
<p>OSULolz,</p>
<p>What do students need to bring on move in day? I mean, besides the basics? You mentioned a bookshelf. Is that needed? Other similar things?</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>christophers9366–</p>
<p>I would fill out the housing contract ASAP so that you can get your choice of location, room size, roommate, etc. It can all be done online</p>
<p>JohnKS–</p>
<p>I spent the first few days, especially as a freshmen, doing a few things.
- Setting up my room to my liking
- Getting to know my roommates and the people on my floor
- Walking around campus to get acclimated
- Finding classes (actual rooms, not just buildings) so I know their location and distance
- Explored campus dining locations, recreational facilities, etc.
- Involvement Fair on the Oval
- Buck-i-Frenzi</p>
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<p>It was definitely beneficial to have a few days to get used to college life without anything to do (homework, class) besides exploring Ohio State</p>
<p>aiminhigh–</p>
<p>According to the website, admission applications for Columbus campus are due May 1 for transfer students. It must be postmarked by this date. I’m not sure if an email will be sent, I would call just in case. [Deadlines[/url</a>]</p>
<p>gallivanter–</p>
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<p>Is it possible to pay your acceptance fee online? If not, is it possible to pay it when your on campus? (I’m making a visit tomorrow. I want to get my fee in asap so I can accept my admission into the honors program!)</p>
<p>Also, do you recommend filling out a learning community form?</p>