Campus surveys

The Office of Institutional Research and Planning administers several major surveys on a regular basis in order to support top-level decision making at Ohio State.

National Survey of Student Engagement

The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) has been administered at Ohio State on a three-year cycle since 2004. The data is used to identify aspects of the undergraduate experience that can be improved through changes in policies and practices.

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Current reports

2022 Columbus Campus Reports

Administration Summary | Engagement Indicators  | Frequencies and Statistical Comparisons  | High-Impact Practices  | Multi-Year Report | Pocket Guide Report  | Respondent Profile  | Selected Comparison Groups  | Snapshot 

Past reports for Columbus and regional campuses can be requested by emailing admin-irp@osu.edu.

2025 NSSE Survey

Ohio State is eager to learn about the student experience!

As part of the 2025 NSSE Survey, first-year students and seniors at Ohio State will receive an email invitation to complete the survey on March 24. The survey will remain open until April 21.

In appreciation for participating, all students who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for an Amazon gift card worth $50*.

NSSE Survey

*Gift cards are subject to cost deduction from prize amount based on the cost of attendance and current aid package. Please contact Buckeye Link at 614-292-0300 or https://help.osu.edu/ with any questions.