Overview
Student Population
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Online | oglethorpe.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Oglethorpe University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,327 prospective students applied, and 1,572 were granted admission. Of those admitted 401 enrolled in the school. 1,212 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 52 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $39,300 plus fees of $280. Ogelthorpe is ranked 625 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Ogelthorpe is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Oglethorpe University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#625 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#419 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#8 in Best Private Colleges in Georgia
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#67 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1110/1280 |
| ACT | 22/28 |
| GPA | 3.55 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $280 |
| Room and Board | $13,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,930 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| English and Literature | 21% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| History | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=140696 IPEDS survey data for Oglethorpe University.
Current students may use the Oglethorpe University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.