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67.55%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$26,606

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Oglethorpe University (Oglethorpe)

1500 Georgia Hwy 197 N, Clarkesville, GA

Oglethorpe University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Atlanta, Georgia, which is a predominantly suburban area. Oglethorpe University has a yearly student enrollment of nearly 1,200.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Education
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • English Language And Literature
  • Psychology
  • History
  • Social Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1570 - 1875 on the SAT and within the range of 22 - 27 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to Oglethorpe University. Approximately 40% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 13% of those admitted choosing to enroll.  Information on admissions can be gathered by calling OU or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $32,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Oglethorpe University Stormy Petrels participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Golf (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at oglethorpe.edu.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Oglethorpe University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Oglethorpe University has a total student population of about 1,300. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 26% graduate students.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • The estimated tuition range is around $39,000-$47,000 per year
  • The estimated tuition for part time students is around $1,600 to $2,000 per unit
  • Room and board is estimated to cost around $16,000, the amount includes the serving of ninety-nine meals every week

Financial Aid Details

The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid100%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships100%$29,440
Receiving Student Loans92%$7,398
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Oglethorpe University may provide services including:

  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Oglethorpe is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (368)
  • Basketball (368)
  • Track and Field (368)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Oglethorpe University by clicking the request information to the right.

(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)

  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences

  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics and Statistics

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