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Oglethorpe University

Atlanta, Georgia · Private (nonprofit)

Nov 1Application deadline

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B+Value
N/ACampus
BAcademics
CAdmissions
B-Student Life
BOverall

About

Oglethorpe University is located in Atlanta, Georgia. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 1,429 students.

oglethorpe.edu
Hispanic-Serving

Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$45,806
Out-of-state tuition$45,806
Room & board$15,300
Avg aid package$36,601
Students receiving aid100%
Pell grant recipients34%
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Admissions

Test scores

SAT · middle 50%1106–1320
4001600
ACT · middle 50%23–30
136

Application info

Acceptance rate60%
Average GPA3.73
Student–faculty ratio14:1
Test optionalYes
Common AppYes

Application dates

Early ActionNov 1
Regular DecisionJan 1
PriorityMar 1
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Academics

Graduation rate56%
Retention rate75%
Student–faculty ratio14:1
Full-time faculty70%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$55,232
Avg starting salary$70,000
Job placement rate92%
Internship rate85%
Earn more than HS grad73%
Economic mobility234%
Loan default (3 yr)5%
Loan repayment (3 yr)47%

Student life

Demographics

Small School
1,429Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 62%Male 38%
30% WhiteRacial diversity
White 30%Hispanic 28%Black 20%Asian 4%Other 18%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

About Oglethorpe University

24-hour security patrols, emergency phones, and escort services available.

Oglethorpe's Honors Program offers a rigorous curriculum with opportunities for research, mentorship, and personalized academic support, fostering a community of high-achieving students.

Endowment$46,437,739
Avg faculty salary$91,356

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