Otterbein University: Review & Facts

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Otterbein University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 2,460 students enrolled. This institution was established in 1847 and is one of the 3 schools and colleges located in Westerville, Ohio.

Otterbein University is affiliated with United Methodist Church.

Academic Offerings

At Otterbein University you can receive your bachelor's degree, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
76
Otterbein University deploys a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers 76 majors. The most popular concentrations are Nursing, Education, Management, Business, and Medical. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. However, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Otterbein University student retention rate is fair at 79% (above Ohio average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
79%
Good
The graduation rate at Otterbein University is average - 67%.

Student to faculty ratio at Otterbein University is pretty good: 12:1. Learn more regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition prices are extremely high - around $33,900 per year. The additional fees at Otterbein University not covered by tuition are approximately $500, which comes to a total of $34,400 a year.

Read the details about Otterbein University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
84%
Easy
As reported in recent data, 3,762 applications were submitted and 3,148 were accepted, so it is easy to get accepted at this school.

The college will consider accepting dual credits and advanced placement credits earned prior to admission.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Otterbein University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$6,400
Medium
Otterbein University provides a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Otterbein University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D-
Unsafe
Otterbein University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 1,300 students, which offers a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable: roughly $6,400 a year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Otterbein University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, Otterbein University seems to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Otterbein University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Otterbein University
1 South Grove Street
Westerville, Ohio
43081, USA
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