Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan University (abbreviated OWU) is a private liberal arts college in Delaware, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1842 by Methodist leaders and central Ohio residents, OWU is a member of the Ohio Five – a consortium of Ohio liberal arts colleges. Its 200-acre (81 ha) campus is 27 miles (44 km) north of Columbus, Ohio, and includes the main academic and residential campus, Perkins Observatory, and the Kraus Wilderness Preserve.
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56%
Acceptance
$20,897
Net price
1,516
Enrollment
59%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
56%
Acceptance rate
—
SAT average
25
ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$20,897
Average net price
$53,888
In-state tuition
$53,888
Out-of-state tuition
$14,684
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$68,424
Total cost of attendance
28%
Students receiving Pell grants
62%
Students with federal loans
$27,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$55,624
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$42,495
Median earnings (6 yrs)
59%
Graduation rate
85%
Retention rate
83%
Earn more than a HS grad
$15,050
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,516
Total enrollment
1%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
22%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Ohio Wesleyan University FAQ
Is Ohio Wesleyan University a public or private school?
Ohio Wesleyan University is a private nonprofit institution located in Delaware, OH.
What is the acceptance rate at Ohio Wesleyan University?
Ohio Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 56%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Ohio Wesleyan University cost?
The average annual net price at Ohio Wesleyan University is $20,897 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $53,888.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio Wesleyan University?
About 59% of students at Ohio Wesleyan University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Ohio Wesleyan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Ohio Wesleyan University students earn a median of $55,624 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Ohio Wesleyan University?
Admitted students at Ohio Wesleyan University have an ACT midpoint of 25. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Ohio Wesleyan University?
Ohio Wesleyan University enrolls about 1,516 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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