Your notice of admission letter (or email) will outline instructions for accepting or declining admission through your Applicant Center. The Common Application is an online and print college application that is accepted at over 1,000 colleges and universities nationwide.Once you've activated your OHIO ID, you can check your application status online 24 hours a day, seven days a week! Statuses are updated at least nightly. Ohio State accepts the Common Application for admission to the Columbus campus. Common Application: open now for autumn and spring term applicants. Application Instructions. To be considered for admission, submit the following items: Application (including essay). All returning students will receive a new acceptance letter within one week of the state deadline for funding applications. Applying as a High School Student.