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Otterbein University

Westerville, Ohio

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Overview

Enrollment
2,605
Otterbein University overview
Location Westerville, Ohio
Online otterbein.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Religious Affiliation United Methodist
Otterbein University overview
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 3,537 prospective students applied, and 2,932 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 570 enrolled in the school.  2,182 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 423 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $33,224 plus fees of $450. Otterbein University is ranked 536 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

6/10
Overall
6/10
Academics
7/10
Resources
5/10
Outcomes
5/10
Value

Otterbein University is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for Otterbein University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards
Average
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SAT 1028/1233
ACT 19/26
GPA 3.66
Applications Accepted
82.9% 
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Applications Due Jul 1, 2023
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition
$33,224
Costs for Otterbein University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,390
Other Fees$450
Room and Board $11,692
Budget for Other Expenses$2,958
Total One Year Cost$49,714

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years
$44,800 per year
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
62% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Otterbein University students
Subject Percent of Class
Visual and Performing Arts 15%
Business 14%
Health Professions 13%
Communication 12%
Education 11%

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