Our faculty members are recognized leaders in their fields. At the core of our research are our graduate students, whom we work alongside in order to unlock the secrets of nature. Whether you do theoretical or experimental work, and whether you do it in Athens or on another continent, the work that you, as a graduate student, perform during your time at Ohio University will have an impact on your chosen field. The education you receive will be first-rate, and the professional connections you develop while completing your degree will serve you well throughout your career.

Our students fall in love with our rural, scenic campus as soon as they arrive. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the City of Athens is ranked in the top 5 “Walkable Cities in Ohio.” Athens is known for its music scene, massive street festivals, 17-mile bike path, nearby lakes and state parks including the cliffs, gorges, rock shelters, and waterfalls of the nearby Hocking Hills region. Ohio University is ranked #4 in "The 50 Best College Towns to Live in Forever" by College Ranker, and #54 in “The 100 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America” by Best College Reviews.

Our graduate program is ranked in the top 100 among national universities, according to U.S. News & World Report. Graduate student resources available to you include career services, the English Language Improvement Program, grant and fellowship development, multicultural programs, and opportunities to join any one of the many student organizations. Members of our Department come from Ohio, other states across the U.S. and approximately 30 countries worldwide.