Otterbein University, OH
School Type
Private
Acceptance Rate
75%
Tuition
$31,874
Eligibility For Public Schools
N/A
International Students
Yes
US News Ranking
#19 in Regional Universities Midwest
Scholarships
Alumni Scholars
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
2.7
Required SAT
950
Required Act
18
Mid 50 ACT
22-28
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Alumni Scholars are eligible for up to $5,000. Awarded to students demonstrating academic achievement, leadership, civic engagement and/or community service. Alumni Scholars typically have HS GPA > 2.7 and ACT scores of 18 or higher (SAT 950 or higher - ERW & M.)
Ammons-thomas Awards
Type
Competitive
Amount
$1,000 - $5,000
Required GPA
2.75
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Offered to multicultural students who demonstrate strong scholarship and leadership. Consideration for this award is based on review of the student?s entire application. Stacks upon base merit award. Students receiving the Ammons Thomas award are not eligible for the International Baccalaureate Scholarship. 2.75 GPA.
Battelle Half Tuition Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Competitive scholarship for student leaders from Franklin and contiguous counties. This award stacks on student?s base merit award. Due to the value of this award, it replaces all other Otterbein institutional aid. 3.0 GPA.
Cardinal Grant
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,000 - $5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Cardinal Grant. $2,000 - $5,000. Awarded to students demonstrating academic achievement, leadership, civic engagement and/or community service. This non-need based grant may be stacked with Otterbein Academic Merit Scholarship. May be renewed for up to eight semesters or first bachelor?s degree if student maintains 2.75 GPA and enrollment status, academic plan and housing status remain unchanged. This award may be reevaluated for adjustment or replaced with other institutional or endowed aid.
Cardinal Science Scholar Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
$4000 to $10,000
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
23
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
The Cardinal Science Scholar Program is committed to not only providing scholarships to students majoring in select science and math fields but also creating a strong community of scholars who are supported in their coursework, partake in cutting edge research, and broadly educated about careers in science and math. With funding from the National Science Foundation, we have provided scholarships to more than 35 students who have engaged in some remarkable experiences while at Otterbein University.
International Baccalaureate Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$1,000-5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
International Baccalaureate Scholarship is awarded to recognize participation in the IB Programme. Students taking at least two courses are eligible. Award amount is determined by level of achievement and on an individual basis. Stacks on base merit award.
New Equestrian Scholarship Opportunity
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
New freshmen and transfer students who are admitted to Otterbein University with a major in Equine Business Management, Equine Veterinary Technology or Equine Pre-Veterinary/Pre-Graduate Studies and who ride on the Otterbein Equestrian Team may qualify New Equestrian Scholarship Opportunity.
Otterbein Full Tuition Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Full Tuition
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Students demonstrating superior academic achievement in high school may be invited to compete for three full-tuition scholarships. A completed application is due by December 15 to be considered. Due to the value of this award, it replaces all other Otterbein institutional aid. 3.0 GPA
Presidential Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to $16000
Required GPA
3.8
Required SAT
1250
Required Act
26
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Presidential Scholars are eligible for up to $16,000. Awarded to students demonstrating significant academic achievement, Presidential Scholars typically have HS GPA > 3.80 and/or are in the top 15% of their class, with ACT scores of 26 or higher (SAT 1250 or higher - ERW & M.)
Provost Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to $12,000
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1070
Required Act
21
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Provost Scholars are eligible for up to $12,000. Awarded to students demonstrating strong academic achievement, Provost Scholars typically have HS GPA > 3.0 and/or rank in the top 25% of their class, with ACT scores of 21 or higher (SAT 1070 or higher - ERW & M.)
Rotc Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to Full Tuition
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
ROTC offers full tuition scholarships to qualified students. Otterbein will give a standard room and board stipend to full tuition scholarship recipients who choose live in University housing on the Otterbein campus
Music Participation Award
Type
Talent
Amount
$1,000 - $4,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Offered to students not majoring in music but who are participating in an Otterbein Music department ensemble. These awards are given on the basis of demonstrated talent as determined by audition.
Music Talent Award
Type
Talent
Amount
$5,000 - $24,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Music Talent Awards are offered to students majoring in music. These awards are given on the basis of demonstrated talent as determined by audition. Includes the value of all other merit and non-need based grants. Audition required.
Talent Awards For Art, Communication, Theater And Dance
Type
Talent
Amount
$500 - $8,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
21-26
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math - 480-580 range of middle 50%
SAT Critical Reading - 490-590 range of middle 50%
SAT Writing - 470-578 range of middle 50%
Description
Talent Awards for Art, Communication, Theater and Dance: $500 - $8,000. Offered to students majoring in Art, Communications and Theater, or minoring in Dance. These awards are given on the basis of demonstrated talent as determined by audition, portfolio review, written essay and/or interview.
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