At a glance
Average net price
$19,237
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
67.9%
Admission rate
85%
Undergrad size
2,157
In-state tuition
$35,548
Out-of-state tuition
$35,548
Cost of attendance
$48,321
Median earnings (10y)
$53,313
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,220
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 79.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (22%), health (21%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM22%
- Health21%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services8%
- Health professions20.6%~445 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business12.3%~266 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~198 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~179 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.2%~155 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~130 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education5.8%~126 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences5.4%~116 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~102 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.5%~97 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering3.4%~72 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English3.4%~72 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.0%~44 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture1.8%~39 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science1.6%~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.1%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 106 | $59,815 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | $30,081 | $25,210 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 62 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 59 | — | $26,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 57 | $34,439 | $26,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 57 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 57 | $38,332 | $26,247 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 53 | — | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 51 | $33,872 | $25,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 48 | — | $23,926 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 47 | $32,792 | $23,800 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 46 | $102,659 | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor's | 43 | $26,871 | $25,850 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 42 | $22,912 | $26,822 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 40 | $30,547 | $18,500 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $25,600 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 21 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 19 | $29,416 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Systems Engineering. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 17 | $42,237 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 15 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature/Letters, Other. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 14 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Otterbein University
Otterbein University is a mid-sized institution located in Westerville, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,157 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Otterbein University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,237 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $35,548 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $48,321 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 67.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 79.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $53,313 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Otterbein University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (22% of credentials), health (21% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Otterbein University accepts 85% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,220. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Westerville, Ohio (suburb), Otterbein University draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Otterbein University
Q.How much does Otterbein University cost?
The average net price at Otterbein University is $19,237 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $48,321.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Otterbein University?
Otterbein University has a 6-year graduation rate of 67.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Otterbein University?
Otterbein University admits 85% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Otterbein University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Otterbein University graduate earns $53,313 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Otterbein University?
Published tuition is $35,548 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Otterbein University located?
Otterbein University is located in Westerville, Ohio (ZIP 43081).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Otterbein University at their official website.