Otterbein University
Faith-based college · Westerville, OH · 2,157 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
85%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$20,189
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$49,960
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
61%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Otterbein University?
Otterbein University accepts about 85 of every 100 applicants (85%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says Otterbein University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Otterbein University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Otterbein University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $49,960 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,189 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $36,598 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$36,598
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$36,598
- Room & board$13,662
- Total cost of attendance$49,960
- Average net price after grants$20,189
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Education, Visual & Performing Arts.
Otterbein University FAQ
- What is Otterbein University's acceptance rate?
- 85% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for Otterbein University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is Otterbein University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Otterbein University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Otterbein University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Otterbein University cost?
- About $49,960 a year before aid; $20,189 on average after grants.
- What is Otterbein University's FAFSA school code?
- 003110. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Otterbein University receives your information.
- What is Otterbein University's graduation rate?
- 61% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Mount Carmel College of NursingColumbus, OH | 84% | — | $23,987 | 59% |
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