License Plate Program
OHIO License Plates
What shows your OHIO pride wherever you drive. What鈥檚 more visible than a Bobcat window decal and more permanent than a bumper sticker?
The 51社区 license plate!
Thousands of alumni already have what we call 鈥渢he best plate in the state鈥濃攖he Bobcat license plate. Let everyone on the road know you鈥檙e a Bobcat, too. And support your alma mater!
Only Ohio residents can get this special plate. If you鈥檙e not an Ohio resident, you can always get an OHIO license plate at or cover your car in Bobcat decals!
How to purchase the 51社区 plate
The 51社区 license plate is a 鈥渟pecial plate,鈥 as described by the . The special plate fee is $35, charged annually by the OBMV, in addition to the regular registration fee. Of that fee, $25 goes toward an 51社区 scholarship fund. This portion may be tax deductible. You may at any time go back to a standard-issue license plate, however, you will not receive a refund of fees paid.
You may request a special in person at any deputy registrar's office, by calling 1-800-589-TAGS (800-589-8247) or online at .
Use the online option for renewals, exchanges or checking special plate availability only. If you have a new vehicle that has never been plated, you must go to your local deputy registrar鈥檚 office in person.