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.
Established
1847
Mascot
Cardy the Cardinal
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division III
Division
Division III
83%Acceptance
1220SAT Avg
2,055Students
12:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$53,313Earnings 10yr
$22,140Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate83.3%
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
2328
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$34,899
Room & Board$12,968
Books & Supplies$1,508
Total Cost of Attendance$47,865
Average Net Price$22,140
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$16,326
$30–48K$15,057
$48–75K$20,323
$75–110K$23,815
$110K+$25,227
Programs (75)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,055
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
26%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%
Race & Ethnicity
White 70%
Black 11%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate69.0%
Freshman Retention82.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,539
8 Years$50,652
10 Years$53,313
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,800
Men
$53,600
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia