Otterbein University
Westerville, Ohio 43081
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences
Otterbein University is a private institution in Westerville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1220, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.1K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,313 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,140.
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ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
17.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
1.8%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
14
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
82%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Towers Hall Otterbein University was founded in 1847 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ.
- •As a result of a division and two mergers involving the Church, the university has since 1968 been associated with the United Methodist Church.
- •In 2010, due to an increasing number of graduate and undergraduate programs, its name was changed back from Otterbein College to Otterbein University.
Source: Wikipedia
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