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About Oglethorpe University

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Oglethorpe University is a private liberal arts college in Atlanta, GA, known for its private liberal arts, arts and sciences focus, and small college. With an acceptance rate of 71%, Oglethorpe University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 425 students each year. Oglethorpe University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1120–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Oglethorpe University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $37,009 per year; the sticker price of $60,904 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Oglethorpe University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

71%
Overall Accept Rate
1.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1200
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1120 – 1280 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Oglethorpe University

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Essay Strategy
Oglethorpe's curriculum centers on its Core Texts program, which involves close reading of primary sources across history and culture. Reference your genuine curiosity about big ideas, foundational texts, or cross-disciplinary thinking in your essays to show you will thrive in that environment.
Demonstrated Interest
Oglethorpe leans into its Atlanta location as a feature, not just a backdrop, so mention specific Atlanta-based internship opportunities, cultural institutions, or professional networks you plan to tap into during your application materials or campus visit conversations.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Oglethorpe University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$61k/yr$16.2k
30k-48k~$61k/yr$17.6k
48k-75k~$61k/yr$18.7k
75k-110k~$61k/yr$23.9k
110k+~$61k/yr$22.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

54%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,584
Undergrad Enrollment
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