Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
60.06%
SAT Average
1,230
ACT Range
23-30
Oglethorpe University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 60.06%. This means approximately 601 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,429 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
60.06%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $45,806 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $45,806 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $59,320 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,735 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.74% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 67.27% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Oglethorpe University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$45,806
Room and board
$15,300
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$2,750
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$59,320
Average net price
$21,735
Average aid coverage
63%
$37,585 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Oglethorpe University pays approximately $21,735 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Georgia average of $16,729 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Oglethorpe University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Oglethorpe University net price
$21,735
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Oglethorpe University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $45,806 and average net price at $21,735. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$45,806
Current net price
$21,735
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.92%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$55,232
Undergraduates
1,429
10-Year Median Earnings - Oglethorpe University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Oglethorpe University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Oglethorpe University?
Undergraduates
1,429
Completion rate
53.92%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.74%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
67.27%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.74% of Oglethorpe University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 67.27% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Oglethorpe University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Oglethorpe University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Oglethorpe University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Oglethorpe University is listed at 4484 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30319-2797. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Oglethorpe University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oglethorpe University | 60.06% | $45,806 | $21,735 | $55,232 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oglethorpe University's acceptance rate?
Oglethorpe University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 60.06%.
How much is Oglethorpe University tuition?
Oglethorpe University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $45,806.
What is Oglethorpe University's average net price?
Oglethorpe University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,735.
What does Oglethorpe University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $17,338 for Oglethorpe University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Oglethorpe University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $55,232 for Oglethorpe University.
Is Oglethorpe University accredited?
Oglethorpe University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Oglethorpe University?
The local dataset lists 1,429 undergraduate students at Oglethorpe University.
What percentage of Oglethorpe University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Oglethorpe University in the local dataset is 33.74%.
What is the federal loan rate at Oglethorpe University?
The federal loan rate for Oglethorpe University in the local dataset is 67.27%.
Where should I verify Oglethorpe University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Oglethorpe University or the latest official federal education data.