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| Location | Westerville, Ohio |
| Online | otterbein.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Westerville, Ohio, Otterbein University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the United Methodist faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,849 prospective students applied, and 2,167 were granted admission. Of those admitted 495 enrolled in the school. 2,224 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 428 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $32,624 plus fees of $450. Otterbein University is ranked 398 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Otterbein University is rated within the top 44% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Otterbein University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#398 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#268 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#311 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1225 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.68 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,358 |
| Other Fees | $450 |
| Room and Board | $11,468 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,892 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,792 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 15% |
| Business | 14% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Communication | 12% |
| Education | 11% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=204936 IPEDS survey data for Otterbein University.
Current students may use the Otterbein University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.