Ohio Wesleyan University

Ohio Wesleyan University, also referred to as Wesleyan or OWU, is located in Delaware, Ohio, United States. It was established in 1842 as a nonsectarian institution by Central Ohio residents and Methodist leaders. The college is a member of the Ohio Five, a consortium of the liberal arts colleges in Ohio. The campus spreads over an area of 200 acres. After completing 34 units of coursework, students can earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, or Bachelor of Music degree.

OWU has more than 90 student clubs and organizations. Some of the famous Greek chapters are Sigma Phi Epsilon, Phi Kappa Psi, Phi Delta Theta, and Delta Tau Delta. The university's sports teams are nicknamed the Battling Bishops, and they compete in over 20 sports. OWU has a substantial population of international students. In 2006, it accepted 36% of its international student applicants.

Ohio Wesleyan University Highlights

Where Ohio Wesleyan University stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• United Methodist religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in science, liberal arts, mathematics, and fine arts.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• High faculty salary.
• High SAT scores (combined Verbal and Math).
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Large number of students.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Study abroad option
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Students

The student enrollment at Ohio Wesleyan University was 1,986 in 2007 (1,975 full-time equivalent).

About 47% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 53% of the class.

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

About 9% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 91% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Ohio Wesleyan University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

Ohio Wesleyan University provides on-campus housing for 1,698 of its 1,975 (full-time) students (as of 2007).

Ohio Wesleyan University Athletics

School sports include football, basketball, baseball, and track. Ohio Wesleyan University is in the North Coast Athletic Conference for major sports.

Ohio Wesleyan University Admissions (2007)

SAT Test Scores: