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Ohio Wesleyan University

OWU

Delaware, Ohio 43015-2370

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Known for biology — close-knit campus

Ohio Wesleyan University is a private institution in Delaware with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1311, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

62% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,624 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,619.

Established
1842
Motto
In lumine tuo videbimus lumen
Mascot
The Battling Bishop
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC)
Division
Division III
51%Acceptance
1311SAT Avg
1,450Students
11:1Student:Faculty
62%Grad Rate
$55,624Earnings 10yr
$21,619Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate50.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1311

Reading & WritingMid: 650
550685
MathMid: 650
555665

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 25
2531

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$52,357
Room & Board$14,226
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$66,399
Average Net Price$21,619
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,920
$30–48K$13,089
$48–75K$15,819
$75–110K$17,444
$110K+$30,353

Programs (62)

Student Body

Undergrads
1,450
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
22%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%

Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Black 7%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate61.7%
Freshman Retention84.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,495
8 Years$48,945
10 Years$55,624

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$47,100
Men
$55,900

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Battling Bishops

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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