Otterbein University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.
About This School
Otterbein University is a private nonprofit institution located in Westerville, Ohio with approximately 2,157 undergraduate students enrolled. Otterbein University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 85%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,237 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $46,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Otterbein University is a private university in Westerville, Ohio, United States. The university was founded in 1847 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ and named for United Brethren founder, Philip William Otterbein. It has been associated since 1968 with the United Methodist Church.
Worth considering if you're looking for a small, accessible private college near Columbus — the 83% acceptance rate and $22,140 average net price make it a realistic option without breaking the bank. The numbers tell a mixed story, though: a 69% graduation rate is below average for a private school, and median earnings of $46,900 a decade out aren't especially strong for the cost. If you're drawn to smaller class sizes and a tight-knit campus, just make sure to research your specific program's outcomes before committing.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 4% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,157 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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