Ohio State Young Scholars Program - Toledo

03/05/2026

The Ohio State University Young Scholars Program is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a Program Coordinator serving the Youngstown City School District.

For more than 35 years, the Young Scholars Program has helped talented students prepare for and succeed in higher education. We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting students and strengthening pathways to college.

The position is based in Youngstown, Ohio and works directly with the Youngstown City School District and families.

Link to apply:
https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/.../Program-Coordinator...

01/29/2026

NEW DATE ADDED | School Administrators & Counselors 📣

Due to recent school closures caused by inclement weather, we’ve added an additional statewide Zoom information session to ensure school administrators and school counselors have the opportunity to learn about The Ohio State University Young Scholars Program (YSP) and our application process.

🗓 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
10:00–11:00 AM | Program Overview
11:00–11:30 AM | Live Q&A
💻 Virtual (Zoom)

This session will cover:
✔️ Program overview and mission
✔️ The YSP Scholarship to The Ohio State University
✔️ Student eligibility requirements
✔️ The YSP recruitment and application process

If you were unable to attend a previous session due to weather related disruptions, we hope you’ll join us for this newly added date.

Contact: [email protected]

12/31/2025

January 1 means a new year and a new opportunity to become a Young Scholar! YSP at The Ohio State University is seeking new 8th-grade students. To apply, visit https://go.osu.edu/ysp2026 or scan the QR Code below.

01/06/2025

Toledo Public School 8th Graders, it's a snow day! Please spend your time submitting your YSP application to the 2025 cohort. If you have questions, email [email protected] or [email protected].

12/18/2024

The Ohio State Office of Diversity and Inclusion, The Ohio State University - Young Scholars Program will begin accepting applications for the new cohort of 8th-grade students on January 1. The application deadline is March 15. If you know of a student who wants to go to college, please encourage them to apply. Visit www.odi.osu.edu/ysp for more information.

10/17/2024

YSP is preparing for OSU Hoco Week. Come to celebrate with us! Walk with YSP in the Homecoming Parade. Register to walk at https://go.osu.edu/walkwithysp

Friday, October 25 | Line up at the Ohio Stadium at 5:00 pm|
Parade begins at 6:00 pm.

Can't make it to Columbus? Participate from home in the YSP Photo Challenge. Either way, we look forward to celebrating with you.

10/04/2024

Please join the YSP to walk in the 112th Ohio State Homecoming Parade. All Young Scholars, current undergraduates, graduates, alumni, and YSP friends are welcome to participate.

Friday, October 25
Line up at the Ohio Stadium at 5:00 pm
Parade begins at 6:00 pm

Wear your favorite YSP shirt, sweatshirt, or jacket!

The registration link to Walk with YSP is in our bio
https://go.osu.edu/walkwithysp

08/29/2024

Happy first work anniversary, Ms. V.! Your hard work and dedication have made a great impact on our team and the Young Scholars.

05/15/2024

There is still time to give. Join the BuckeyeFunder YSP City Challenge by donating to the YSP Development Fund today. Families, companies, and friends are invited to donate on behalf of a scholar or city. Give now at https://go.osu.edu/yspbuckeyefunder

05/08/2024

Toledo Scholars! Represent your city and give. Celebrate the impact of the Young Scholars Program in the 2024 BuckeyeFunder City Challenge. Companies, Families, and Friends are invited to donate in your honor.

04/09/2024

Congratulations to Tyla Jackson, Toledo Young Scholar for establishing Dynasty Childcare. We are proud of your achievements and your spotlight on https://voyageohio.com.

https://voyageohio.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-tyla-jackson-of-dynasty-child-care/?fbclid=IwAR2k_WNRDEjc8hKh__SDbCBVaJrtPeiGgFy81if2BgZJHvOhu1tjC0s2jTo_aem_ASnX7cppAqNDL9zr8yULQ2V_9LWpXfJI1QgJ6r43Fzxr2xjIwSdZ1ktpT_BvXxDf4eYaT1nWYqN2A91vdUohxaUg

Today, we’d like to introduce you to Tyla Jackson. Tyla Jackson Tyla, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin? I have been passionate about working with our youth since I was a child myself, from coaching cheerleading and basketball to tutor...