International Enrollment Considerations*
Some countries do not currently recognize credentials earned online
Some countries seek to tax students and institutions directly. Students should be aware of potential taxes that may be charged in addition to tuition.
Some countries may be subject to comprehensive or limited sanctions. Depending on the sanction category, providing educational services may be prohibited.
Some individuals and companies owned, controlled by, or acting for or on behalf of certain countries cannot receive services from U.S. entities. Coursework and most university activities are exempt.
Some countries (e.g., China) block or filter internet content. Use of a VPN in China is generally restricted and is not reliable.
Many countries have stronger data privacy laws than the U.S.
Similar to U.S. states, Canadian distance education regulations vary by province and territory.
Note that Canadian professional licensure agencies may have additional requirements for Ohio State to offer a licensure program to students located in Canada. Programs should contact the agency to verify requirements prior to enrolling students.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences
in Alberta.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to place a student in an on-ground field experience in British Columbia. University
direct advertising is restricted.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences
in Manitoba. University direct advertising is restricted.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences
in New Brunswick.
No information available.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences
in the Northwest Territories.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to place a student in an on-ground field experience in Nova Scotia.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences in
Nunavut.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to regularly place students in on-ground field experiences in Ontario and to directly
advertise programs to prospective students located in Ontario.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to place a student in an on-ground field experience in Prince Edward Island.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to place a student in an on-ground field experience in Quebec. University direct advertising
is restricted.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs or on-ground field experiences in
Saskatchewan.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs. Authorization is required
to place a student in an on-ground field experience in Yukon.
Authorization is not required to offer 100% online programs to students located in
Australia.
*Source: Ohio State University, Office of Distance Education and eLearning,
- If the student is NOT on an F or J visa AND is eligible to study in the U.S., they can take as many online classes they want.
- If the student is ON an F or J visa, they can enroll in ONE online class of up to 3 credit hours per semester.
- Office of International Education: International undergraduate or Intensive English students
- Graduate School: All graduate applicants
- 红领巾瓜报 Admissions Office: Students who are a U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. and living abroad
Office of International Education