Google Cloud Platform (GCP) offers university faculty and staff secure, scalable and cost-effective solutions tailored for university business. From research projects and web hosting to file storage and advanced analytics, GCP empowers innovation with cutting-edge tools.
All Google Cloud customers can use select Google Cloud products—like Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and BigQuery—free of charge, within specified monthly usage limits. The Ohio State GCP service is for users who need functionality that goes beyond the free tier offerings. Consult with your local IT professionals and Security Coordinator to see if the workflow or application is appropriate before requesting an Ohio State GCP project.
Researchers
Researchers with NIST 800-171 requirements can explore information about which Google Cloud services operate in compliance with NIST standards. If you think you will be performing research that needs to be safeguarded with the NIST SP 800-171 controls, that research is likely export controlled, please reach out to the Export Control team at exportcontrol@osu.edu.
Wexner Medical Center Employees
Employees with a 10% or more affiliation with the Wexner Medical Center must complete the Wexner Medical Center vetting process before requesting a project.
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Request an Account
Our readiness checklist provides guidance on how to set a budget and get it approved in Workday and then how to request an account through the IT Service Catalog.
Learn About Pricing and Billing
The Google Cloud Platform service catalog listing provides information on pricing, billing, special considerations and the service level agreement (SLA).
Join the Ohio State GCP Community Team
Join the GCP Community Team to interact with and learn from other users. Use team code: yr10ohq.
Training
- Getting Started with Google Cloud - A 3-course series on LinkedIn Learning to get you started
- Google Cloud Platform for Enterprise Essential Training - Learn how to leverage Google Cloud Platform, including serverless, data storage, and data pipeline services, to meet the needs of your enterprise organization.
- Google Cloud Data Engineering Foundations - Gain a high-level understanding of Google Cloud tools for data engineering projects.
- Designing a Google Cloud Landing Zone - Learn how to set up and implement a Google Cloud landing zone for your enterprise.
Information Security
Ohio State’s subscription to Google Cloud Platform has been assessed, and we determined that it offers adequate security for some institutional data. Users should follow IT policies and consult with OTDI Digital Security and Trust for guidance.
Get Help
If you have questions about using GCP, you can schedule to meet with the GCP Solutions Architect or GCP Technical Project Manager.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can use Ohio State Google Cloud Platform (GCP)?
Only Ohio State faculty and staff with university business needs. Faculty and staff can also provide access to students working with them on projects utilizing GCP. Consultation with local IT and Security Coordinators is required before requesting a license.
What kinds of projects are appropriate for GCP?
Projects involving research, web hosting, file storage, analytics, and university-related business. Not all workloads are appropriate—consult IT.
Can I start using Gmail and Google Docs?
Google Productivity Services is now available to use through the university.
GCP secure for storing institutional data?
Yes—for certain types of institutional data. It has been assessed for adequacy, but users should follow guidance and consult with IT Security.
Does Ohio State GCP support NIST 800-171 compliant research?
Some Google Cloud services meet NIST 800-171 standards. Contact the Export Control team if your research is subject to those controls.
How do I request a new GCP project?
Use the Ohio State GCP Readiness Checklist. You’ll need billing project worktags (no credit cards allowed).
Can I link an existing GCP project to Ohio State?
Yes—if it involves university data, business, or funding you may be able to get a better price and added security by linking to Ohio State’s contract. Contact the IT Service Desk and put in a general help ticket to link an existing project to the university contract.
Who manages access to Ohio State GCP projects?
OTDI (Office of Technology and Digital Innovation) manages root access to all projects.
How much does it cost to use GCP?
You pay only for what you use, no extra administrative fees are charged. Use the GCP Price Calculator to estimate costs. The Ohio State GCP pricing listed reflects the amount that will be charged back to your department. OTDI does not charge additional administrative fees for these services.
Can I use a credit card to pay for GCP?
No, only approved university billing worktags are accepted.
How can I get help with GCP?
If you want to interact with other Ohio State users, university users can join the Ohio State GCP Community Team. Ohio State users can join the Team using code: yr10ohq. Users can also schedule to meet with the GCP Solutions Architect or GCP Technical Project Manager using Ohio State’s GCP Support Bookings Pages
