Leadership & Engagement

Fisher FIRST Program

About Fisher FIRST

• Program Benefits

  Fisher FIRST program benefits:

  • An immediate sense of belonging and connection within Fisher College of Business.

  • Demonstrate less anxiety about their college readiness and ability to succeed in their intended specialization.

  • Discover career interests through exposure to various industries through company site visits, and networking with alumni.

  • Receive mentoring from upperclassmen and opportunity to pay it forward by becoming mentor.

  • Connect with students and alumni of diverse backgrounds and broaden your cultural perspective.

• Program Structure

  Fisher FIRST program structure: 

  • Participate in an early arrival experience prior to fall semester. Early Arrival aspect is tentatively Sunday, August 15-Friday, August 20, 2021 depending upon residence hall opening/restrictions in accordance with University health and safety guidelines. 
  • Students receive a dedicated Program Manager who specifically supports Fisher FIRST students.
  • One credit seminar course taught by the Program Manager.
  • Participate in a year-long program including intentional leadership activities, family meetings, 1:1 transition support, and much more!
• Fisher FIRST Application

  Students must apply to participate in Fisher FIRST. Not all those who apply will be admitted into the program. 

  • Accept your offer of admission to The Ohio State University and the Fisher College of Business by May 1, 2021
  • Complete Fisher FIRST application by June 1, 2021
  • Accept offer to participate in Fisher FIRST program by June 14, 2021

  Note: *Fisher FIRST Program students will NOT be able to participate in the University OWL Program, or other overlapping early arrival programs*