collageWith an admit rate of 81%, Otterbein university offers galore of undergraduate courses (63 major & 21 minor) and supreme graduate programs. The university enrolls more than 565 new students each fall semester. In 2017, total enrollment of the university was 2936, consisting 2480 undergraduate, 456 graduate & 79 transfer students. International applicants must try to avail scholarships as the university data reflects that 97% of the total enrollment in university received grant in some form.
- The university invites applications for Fall, Spring & Summer sessions.
- Both the undergraduate and graduate applicants have to apply through the common application portal
- The university accepts both TOEFL and IELTS scores as proof of English proficiency.
- Application fee is different for graduate and undergraduate programs
- 97% of students were either employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Rankings
According to US News 2020 Rankings, Otterbein University holds these positions:
- #20 in Regional Universities MidWest
- #10 in Best Undergraduate Teaching
- #39 in Top Value Schools
According to Niche 2020 rankings, Otterbein holds :
- #7 of 69 Best College Locations in Ohio
- #19 of 71 Colleges With The Best Academics in Ohio
| Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | GPA | Aid Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Undergraduate Scholarships | Student must have 30 semester hours | NA | 12,000-15,000 USD |
| International Baccalaureate Scholarship | Based on merit | NA | 1,000-5,000 USD |
| Provost Scholarship | >1080/21in SAT/ACT or in the top 30% of their class | >3.2 | 11,000 USD |
| Alumni Scholarship | >970/18 in SAT/ACT or in the top 50% of their class | >2.75 | 8,000 USD |
Highlights
| Admission Portal | Common application Portal |
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | 50 USD for International applicants 35 USD for undergraduate domestic 40 USD for Graduate domestic |
| Acceptance rate | 81% |
| Average SAT score | 1120-1370 |
| Average ACT score | 21-27 |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
| Academic Calendar | Semester-based |
| Intake Seasons | Fall/Spring/Summer |
| Work Experience | Required for Business Programs |
| Financial Aid | Work-Study, Loans, Grants, and Scholarships |
The admission requirements are pretty much basic for all applicants and mentioned below. 99% of Otterbein’s first year students receive some form of merit or need-based financial aid so foreign candidates can also apply for that. Transfer students do not have any additional requirements but must make note that only courses in which they have received a grade of “C- “or higher will be considered for transfer credits.
Admission Requirements for International Students
- All the academic records/transcripts from previously attended institutions (grades 9-12 and further)
If applicant sends transcripts through a post mail, then mail should be in a sealed packet, and stamped by the respective institutions. Also, test results must be sent by the testing agency.
- Official bank statements & sponsor guarantee form.
- Copy of the passport and visa (if required)
- English Proficiency scores
- GRE/GMAT/GPA scores as per program requirement
English Proficiency Test Score for International Students
Otterbein University offers various English proficiency test for International applicants mentioned below in the table:
| Test | Required scores |
|---|---|
| TOEFL-iBT | 79 or higher |
| TOEFL-PBT | 550 or higher |
| IELTS | 6.5 or higher |
| Pearson PTE | 53 or higher |
| TOEIC | 681 or higher |
| ACT (on English section) | 21 or higher |
| SAT (on evidence-based reading & writing ERW section) | 550 or higher |
Otterbein University offers various major & minor undergraduate programs to all the applicants. The basic admission process for all the courses is the same. University offers major undergraduate courses like Computer Science, Economics, Engeering Physics, Finance, Marketing etc.
Where to Apply: www.commonapp.org
Application Fee: 35 USD for undergraduate domestic
40 USD for Graduate domestic
Admission Requirements: Applicants must provide the following documents at the time of admission:
- High school diploma/transcript
- Official SAT/ACT scores
- SAT code: 3318
- ACT code: 1597
- Letter of recommendation (optional for all applicants)
- Personal essay of approx. 250 words (waived off for transfer applicants)
- English proficiency test scores for international applicants
Otterbein University Graduate Admissions
Otterbein University offers limited but supreme graduate programs. OU offers MBA, MAT, MSAH, nursing etc. Programs. While the specific requirements may vary for each program, the general admission requirements remain the same.
All Graduate programs requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher & application fee is 40$ standard for domestic and 50$ for International.
| Requirements | MBA | MA Teaching | MS Allied Health | MA Educational Mathematics (MAEM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRE/GMAT | GMAT is required if GPA is below 3.3 (4.0) | Min GPA of 2.75 SAT/ACT required | GMAT is required if GPA is below from 3 (4.0) | Min GPA of 3.0 |
| Official Transcripts | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Letter of recommendation | Two letters | Two letters | Two letters | Two letters |
| Deadlines | Fall: July 1 (Priority) Aug 7 (Final) Spring: Nov 1(Priority) Dec 15 (Final) | Rolling basis | Rolling basis | Rolling basis |
| Personal Statement | Required | N/A | N/A | Required |
| Resume | Professional Resume required | N/A | Professional Resume required | Professional Resume required |
| Interview | Required for International Candidates | Required | Optional | N/A |
| Essay | Required | Required | Required | N/A |
*Deadlines mentioned in the table are on rolling basis & all transcripts must be evaluated course by course through WES or ECE
*For MAEM program, applicants must have an AYA licensure in Integrated Mathematics or be a math educator holding a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a closely related area from a regionally accredited college or university
International applicants should try to apply early to receive the scholarship which waives non-resident tuition. Renewal of scholarships for the second year is not automatic. MBA applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview once all of their application materials have been processed. Students who have started the application process before early deadline are eligible to apply to a limited number of graduate assistantships (tuition waiver and work stipend).
The estimated cost of living an academic year is tabulated below:
| Expenses incurred | Fees (USD) |
|---|---|
| Full-time Tuition | 32,042 USD |
| On-campus Room and Board | 11,186 USD |
| Other expenses(fees,books,supplies,insurance) | 2,759 USD |
| Additional Living Expenses | 3,000 USD |
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