Ohio State’s COVID-19 testing numbers are higher than those of 10 states Robust testing program has allowed some students to stay on campus, despite pandemic The Ohio State University is conducting more COVID-19 tests per week than some states. Last week, the university tested 30,000 people for the novel coronavirus, in an effort to keep open as many classes and campus activities as possible during the global pandemic. Tests are given and processed on campus, allowing for quick results that let contact tracers connect with infected students and help them isolate. On Monday, the university processed its 200,000 th test since on-campus processing started on Oct. 26.