Otterbein University

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Westerville, OH
(614) 890-3000
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$34,424

Total Enrollment

2,357

Graduation Rate

69%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

713

Last reported year

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Otterbein University

47 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 51.3801
35 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 42.0101
30 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 52.0201
27 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 26.0101
27 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 51.0000

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Admissions

Otterbein University accepts 83.3% of applicants, offering accessible admission for qualified students. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript and minimum GPA. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 519 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Otterbein University enrolls 2,357 students. The student body is 61.7% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 82% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Otterbein University maintains a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 82% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Otterbein University employs 126 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 15.1% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Otterbein University offers programs in 21 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Business Administration and Management, General. In 2023, the college awarded 713 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Otterbein University is $34,424 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $22,242 (average savings of $12,182). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Otterbein University achieves a 48.9% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 53.2% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE NONPROFIT 4 YEAR
Control PRIVATE NONPROFIT
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1 South Grove Street
Westerville, OH, 43081
Administrator
John L. Comerford
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $34,424
Out-of-State Tuition $34,424
Average Net Price $22,242

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00311000
EIN: 314379532
IPEDS ID: 204936
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