Online AA Application Process

Step 1: Be Informed

Be sure you understand all of the information provided here about this online degree. Make sure you're eligible and aware of time and financial commitments, and online requirements.

Need more info? Schedule an Advising Appointment.

Step 2: Apply

To begin the application process you'll need the following required items:

  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Professional references
  • Personal statement
  • Application Fee - $60

Next, you can begin the official OSU application making sure to follow the notes outlined below to apply for this online AA degree program.

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Application Form Notes

  1. Create an Account:
  2. Select Application Type: "undergraduate"
  3. Then select "Additional Populations
  4. Search Academic Plan:
    Type "Early Childhood Development and Education'. Select the term that you want to start the program, and then select the "Start Application" button.
  5. Select "College of Education and Human Ecology "
  6. Under 'campus, select "Columbus "
  7. Complete the Application

Step 3: Pay Admission & Tuition Fees

Upon acceptance, you will be prompted to pay admission and tuition fees. (see above costs & financial aid section)

Step 4: University Orientation – online only

It is important to note that the OSU automated mailers sometimes sends out notices to online-AA degree students that is only meant for campus-based students. This is a small technical glitch that is being worked out as this is the first online AA degree program offered at Ohio State. Apologies for any confusion.

Step 5: Placement tests

If you are required to complete placement tests, this is the time for those.

Step 6: Begin Coursework

Your coursework will begin online with all regular semester commencement dates. See the OSU Academic Registrar for calendar information.

Step 7: Submit VLS Coursework for Credit

This only applies to registered VLS users with official VLS certificates of completion.