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General Information About Oglethorpe University Oglethorpe University provides a superior education in the liberal arts and sciences and selected professional disciplines in a coeducational, largely residential, small-college environment within a dynamic urban setting. Oglethorpe's academically rigorous programs emphasize intellectual curiosity, individual attention and encouragement, close collaboration among faculty and students, and active learning in relevant field experiences. Oglethorpe is committed to supporting the success of all students in a diverse community characterized by civility, caring, inquiry, and tolerance. Oglethorpe's talented, self-reliant, and motivated graduates are prepared to make a life and to make a living, to grow as life-long learners, and to be energetic and intelligent contributors in a rapidly changing world.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Navy)
- Teacher certification
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
Campus Setting - Suburb: Large
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 4,900 Percent Admitted 42% Men Admitted 44% Women Admitted 41% Full Time Retention Rate 75% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 540 640 Math 510 610 Writing 523 620 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 22 27
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $26,650 Room & Board Charge $9,990 Books & Supplies Cost $900 Dorm Capacity 560 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 1,197 Native American 7 Asian 43 African American 257 Hispanic 46 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 990 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 35




