How Ohio State University football compares
Against all 258 football programs in NCAA Division I, 2024-2025. The tick marks the median. See the full ranking →
Athletic scholarships at Ohio State University
$15.2Mathletic aid to men’s athletes at Ohio State University
That is 51% of all athletic aid at Ohio State University, shared by 496 men’s athletes: about $30,714 each on average. The school also spent $2.9M recruiting men’s athletes.
What it costs to play here
| Average net price after grants | $17,269/yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition (in-state) | $13,641/yr |
| Tuition (out-of-state) | $42,423/yr |
| Team operating budget per player | $107,048/yr |
Most college athletes are on a partial award or none. The difference (tuition, club seasons and showcase travel before you commit, gear and summer training after) is usually paid by families.
Chasing a spot on a team like this?
Showcases, club seasons, travel and training add up long before a scholarship offer. Athletes use Sport Fund to get monthly support from family, friends and local sponsors.
Similar programs
NCAA Division I football programs with the closest spending per player.
| Program | Roster | Spend / player |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University NJ | 137 | $105,469 |
| University of Alabama AL | 132 | $102,040 |
| Indiana University IN | 114 | $98,862 |
| Georgia Tech GA | 120 | $96,658 |
| University of Georgia GA | 135 | $93,222 |
Team finances
Questions about Ohio State University football
Does Ohio State University offer football scholarships?
Ohio State University reported $15.2M in athletic scholarships for men’s sports in 2024-2025, about $30,714 per male athlete on average across 496 athletes. Schools do not report aid per sport, so ask the coaching staff what a football award would cover.
How many players are on the Ohio State University football roster?
122 participants in 2024-2025, the 93rd largest of 258 NCAA Division I football programs (median 119).
How much does Ohio State University spend on football?
$13.1M in operating expenses (travel, equipment, game day), or $107,048 per participant, 4th of 258 in NCAA Division I. Total team expenses including coaching salaries and scholarships were $92.4M.
What does it cost to attend Ohio State University as an athlete?
Without athletic aid, the average net price after grants is $17,269 a year. Tuition is $13,641 for in-state students and $42,423 out of state.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education, Equity in Athletics Data Analysis (EADA), reporting year 2024-2025, as reported by the institution; College Scorecard. Rankings compare every NCAA Division I program in the same sport and gender that reported participants. NCAA roster limits: NCAA Division I Board, June 2025. Sport Fund is not affiliated with Ohio State University-Main Campus. How these pages work.