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Academics
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Value
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Diversity
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Campus
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Athletics
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Party Scene
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Professors
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Location
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Dorms
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Campus Food
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Student Life
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Safety
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About
About Ohio Wesleyan...
- Common App Accepted
- Liberal Arts College
- No Application Fee
- Private
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
North Coast Athletic Conference
- Ohio
- Delaware
From Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan students take advantage of vast opportunities: 70+ majors, internships, mentored research, study abroad, 24 varsity sports, and fine and performing arts. The OWU Connection sets us apart, designed to help students gain the global knowledge and real-world experience employers and graduate schools value. Our historic 200-acre campus is a short walk from more than 25 restaurants and coffee shops in our Ohio-friendly hometown, and we're just north of Columbus, named America's #2 city for new grads.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Apr26
Spring Open House
Delaware, Ohio
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Come for an up-close look at Ohio Wesleyan University during our Spring Open House. Tour campus, hear more about your academic interests, attend information sessions on topics of your choice and enjoy lunch with current students and staff! Parents/family are welcome and encouraged to attend as well! This event will take place on the same day as our bi-annual Day on the JAY Celebration - an fun and exciting event for the whole campus community!
Come for an up-close look at Ohio Wesleyan University during our Spring Open House. Tour campus, hear more about your academic interests, attend information sessions on topics of your choice and enjoy lunch with current students and staff! Parents/family are welcome and encouraged to attend as well! This event will take place on the same day as our bi-annual Day on the JAY Celebration - an fun and exciting event for the whole campus community!
Ohio Wesleyan University Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
March 1
Acceptance Rate
74%
SAT Range
1210-1390
ACT Range
21-28
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$25,522/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$37,142/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
83%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.40 responses
67%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.52 responses
40%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.52 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business
32 Graduates
Psychology
31 Graduates
Zoology and Entomology
24 Graduates
Accounting
19 Graduates
Political Science and Government
18 Graduates
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
16 Graduates
History
15 Graduates
Biology
13 Graduates
Arts
11 Graduates
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
10 Graduates
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Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,398Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
12
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
27%
Varsity Athletes
37%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
30 responses
Involved, Ambitious, and going places
53%
Dedicated and determined
27%
Kinda lazy, lots of potheads too
10%
Going to change the world
7%
Busy and Involved
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
95%
Poll
57%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.56 responses
Poll
59%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.61 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
31 responses
Theory into Practice
42%
Harvard of the MidWest
10%
Home away from home
10%
Prestigious
10%
Underrated
10%
Highschool
6%
Fast-paced
3%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,300/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
64%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%
71%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.24 responses
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Ohio Wesleyan University Reviews
Rating 3.56 out of 5 659 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
In my experience, this is a wonderful small school in a small town for those that don't care for big cities or partying. The professors are excellent, and the small class sizes make for a personal connection between students and experts. Many people here do multiple majors and love to challenge themselves. It's not very competitive, most people don't worry about others in that way. The food is not good, and the housing situations could certainly be better. The Wifi is iffy and inconsistent, and the tech support is not helpful. The sidewalks in Delaware are awful, which is something to take note of if you like skating.
- Freshman
- 6 days ago
Rating 3 out of 5
I have loved my time at Ohio Wesleyan University. But I do not think this school is providing everything that they should. The food is consistently not edible and causes many students to get sick. The dorms are also not well-kept or nice at all. We are also forced to live on campus for all 4 years so we don't have any other options but to live in the dorms. I do think that the academics are really good and I love my professors and the small class sizes.
- Junior
- 3 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Ohio Wesleyan is a great diverse campus with many different opportunities to get involved. The professors care about your success and want to know you on a personal level. With a small campus everyone knows everybody. I would say that our downtown area is nice, lots of restaurants within walking distance. But you need a car to go to the grocery store so that is one downside. Overall I love my school and would highly recommend it.
- Sophom*ore
- 2 months ago
