Economic Development

Progress demands collaboration

And collaboration moves us forward together. Together is always better, whether that means locating on campus, within the Columbus region or in Ohio, economic development opportunities are abundant. Innovation moves faster when you move at the speed of Ohio State.

Collaboration and impact zones

Carmenton

Imagine an entire community dedicated to turning big ideas into reality. That’s Carmenton. And you can be a part of the revolution. 

Learn more about Carmenton

Air Transportation & Aerospace Campus

The Air Transportation & Aerospace Campus is a 1,500-acre facility with aerospace and aircraft facilities and equipment.

Learn more about the Air Transportation & Aerospace Campus

Corporate attraction, retention and expansion

We work to connect businesses to the real estate, financial incentives, and workforce development services of economic development organizations. 

We work hand-in-hand with JobsOhio and One Columbus to bring development projects to the table while enhancing the workforce and engaging the community. 

Co-location opportunities

 

Co-location with Ohio State is more than just a new place to work. Its proximity to some of the most groundbreaking research and access to the most innovative industries in the country. 

  • 6 regional campuses
  • 100+ research centers throughout the state
  • OSU Extension in all 88 Ohio counties
  • 583,000+ alumni worldwide

The economic impact of Ohio State

The Ohio State University's impact is felt in every corner of our state, and our most recent economic impact report details the university's significant role as a catalyst for growth and economic prosperity across Ohio.

Read the full economic impact report.

The university generates $19.6 billion in economic impact for the state of Ohio.

The Economic Impact of The Ohio State University. 2022.

The university supports 116,810 direct and indirect jobs.

The Economic Impact of The Ohio State University. 2022.

State and local government tax revenue attributable to the presence of the university totaled $663.1 million.

The Economic Impact of The Ohio State University. 2022.

Meet your co-location partner

Director, Economic Development

Colleen Gilger


Frequently asked questions

When you co-locate with Ohio State, you have on-the-ground access to resources that can shape the future. Working together onsite, your business can conduct research, innovate and grow with support that only Ohio State can provide.  

We take a consultative approach and partner seamlessly with local economic development leaders who work to enhance their local business economy, bring new businesses to the region, and help businesses solve problems. We also work to connect businesses to the real estate, financial incentives, and workforce development services of economic development organizations.