Overview
Otterbein University is a 4-year, liberal arts institution located in Westerville, OH, minutes from the 14th largest city in the US, Columbus. Founded in 1847, Otterbein has been co-educational from the beginning and takes pride in its diversity and inclusion. While Otterbein features 20 departments and 8 programs with a wide variety of majors, minors, and certificates to choose from, all students take part in the integrative studies curriculum, which is designed to provoke shared conversation about the theme of “Knowledge, Action, and Public Good.” The 140-acre campus offers students traditional, suite-style, apartment, and themed housing, as well as resources such as The Point, a STEAM innovation center and Maker Space hosting 3D printers, a woodshop, metal shop, plasma cutter, and more.
Acceptance Rate:
84%
Average Net Price:
$23,386
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1167
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $34,899 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $34,899 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,968 |
| Books and Supplies | $1508 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
81%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
31%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,060
31%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,346
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$21,111
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
27%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3880
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,346
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$11,181,350
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$3,672,905
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
96%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,122
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
Students receiving federal loans
96%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$9,053
Average Other Loans Per Year
$11,867
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
3762
Students Applied
63%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
81
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | March 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
53%
Submitting ACT
13%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1167
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,458
Total Number of Undergrads
2,173
0
100
56%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
93
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
39
Countries Represented
12
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
26%
Student Organizations
100
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
61%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
66%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Cardinals
School Colors
tan and cardinal
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Ohio Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
353
Total Female Athletes
187
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Otterbein University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
No
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$46,900
Top 5 Cities
Columbus
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Dayton
New York
Top 5 Employers
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Self-Employed
Ohio Health
OSU James
JP Morgan Chase
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Healthcare Services
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$21,250
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingThe small class sizes and individual attention from one's professor (as opposed to a graduate assistant as is the case at most large schools) sets students up for success. It's impossible to just blend in during a class.
Tara from Columbus, OH
Otterbein is one of the most beautiful campuses that I have ever been on. The staff is incredibly hospitable, and your opinion really does matter, if you express it. There are plenty of resources for help in any subject that you are in, if you need the tutoring, and don't ever be scared or embarrassed to find that help.
Hope from West Lafayette, OH
I'm a Health Promotion and Fitness Major, and the professors are great! The classes are small, the professors are excited to be here, the area is safe but close to big city excitement, and the food's pretty good too! I also got a lot of financial aid to go here so they really saved me there!
Elizabeth from Avalon, CA
It's only been 5 weeks since I started, and I've already learned a lot about my major, plus some about my minor too. Teachers here grade strictly and so helps students become better writers.
Stephen from Columbus, OH
Otterbein is a wonderful college. I love the atmosphere and the campus, along with all of my professors. This is definitely a school to consider when deciding on colleges.
Nicole from Cambridge, OH
I am hoping to attend Otterbein in the fall of 2012. When I visited, I absolutely loved it; Everyone was really friendly and seemed authentically interested in me and my plans. I would highly recommend!
Katelyn from Akron, OH
Through small class sizes and interactive learning, I have been able to learn a great deal throughout my last two years at Otterbein College. Teachers use different techniques to ensure complete understanding of the topic you are learning.
Ann from Westerville, OH
Otterbein is similar to a large family. With classes and a campus that is challenging, innovative, and connective, students with any range of interests are able to feel right at home here, and find a niche in which they can explore and expand their minds and experiences. Otterbein has become the second home for many; it is an extremely nurturing environment.
Katelyn from Huntsburg, OH
An extremely diverse campus experience- Otterbein offers something for everyone! This university has a variety of opportunities for many different majors, while maintaining a warm, welcoming, small town vibe!
Sarah from Blacklick, OH
Easy to get involved and build relationships.
One on one time with professors all the time.
Safe and fun atmosphere.
One on one time with professors all the time.
Safe and fun atmosphere.
Gloridely from Westerville, OH
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