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Enrollment Deposit

How much is OTTERBEIN's enrollment deposit?

Otterbein University requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

20.30%

Otterbein University is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

28.30%

Otterbein University is in the top 28.30% of colleges in the state of Ohio for deposit cost. 14.29% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

15.50%

Otterbein University is in the top 15.50% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Otterbein University educates a diverse community of 2,458 students, with 2,173 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 285 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

2,458


Total Undergraduates

2,173

Total Graduates

285


Full-Time vs Part-Time

87% Full-Time

13% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Otterbein University has a 84% acceptance rate. Otterbein University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1130 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

84%

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SAT

Students submitting SAT

13%

Total Score

400

1600

10351260

Reading and Writing

200

800

525620

Math

200

800

510640

ACT

Students submitting ACT

53%

Composite Score

0

36

2027

English

0

36

1927

Math

0

36

1826

Location

Located in Westerville, OH, Otterbein University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Westerville


County

Franklin County


State

Ohio


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Otterbein University features a student-focused approach with a 12 : 1 student-faculty ratio, United Methodist values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

12 : 1


Religious Affiliation

United Methodist


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Otterbein University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $22,661 with 95% of students receiving financial assistance including 35% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$22,661


Received Aid

95%


Pell Recipients

35%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $34,899

Out-of-State: $34,899

Demographics

The Otterbein University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 89% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
870 (40%)
Women
1,303 (60%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
67 (3%)
18-19
939 (43%)
20-21
875 (40%)
22-24
221 (10%)
Over 25
70 (3%)

Outcomes

Otterbein University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 66% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

66%

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