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- School Code: 158600
- Phone: (706) 754-7700
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67.55%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$26,606Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
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Human Resources Degree
The human resources program at Oglethorpe University prepares students for careers as a human resources assistant or manager or labor relations manager. The program focuses on managing the development of human capital in organizations and providing services to individuals and groups. Program courses include: personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, civil rights, laws and regulations, compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment, and managing employee and job training programs. Get more details below including other Georgia colleges that offer human resources degrees.
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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.
Students Enrolled in the Human Resources Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oglethorpe University offers a bachelor's degree program in human resources.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 6 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black | 1 |
| White | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Human Resources program at Oglethorpe University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Compensation and Benefits Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.
Human Resources Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Training and Development Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Human Resources Specialists
Description
Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who screen, recruit, interview, and place workers.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, human resources specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.6% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
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
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