Otterbein University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,268
Religious affiliation	Methodism
Student to faculty ratio	12 to 1
Acceptance rate	83%
Students retention rate	80%
On-time graduation rate	69%

Located in Westerville, Ohio, Otterbein University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 83% indicates that Otterbein University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Otterbein University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Otterbein University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Otterbein University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 80% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 62% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

82.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$33,674

Cost of attendance at Otterbein University in 2022 for students from Ohio.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average	$7,987
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$33,674

Cost of attendance at Otterbein University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average	$16,946
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Otterbein University received on average $23,065 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$23,065

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	161	33%	$4,980	$801,703
Other Federal Grant	162	33%	$5,354	$867,315
State Grant/Scholarships	121	25%	$3,479	$420,905
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	493	100%	$20,452	$10,082,602
Total Grant & Scholarships	493	100%	$23,065	$11,370,822

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Otterbein University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Otterbein University students is 69.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 74.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 60.0%.

69.2%

asian 70.0% 7 students
African American 57.9% 22 students
white 71.2% 319 students
unknown 72.7% 8 students
hispanic 83.3% 10 students
International Students 60.0% 3 students
Mixed Race 52.6% 20 students

Sport Conferences

Football Ohio Athletic Conference
Baseball Ohio Athletic Conference
Basketball Ohio Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Ohio Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Otterbein University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Otterbein University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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