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    Oglethorpe University

    Oglethorpe University

    Check whether Oglethorpe University is right for you as an international student.

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    Uni facts

    Atlanta, USA
    • Type
      Private
    • Rank
      5930
    • International students
      125
    • Nationalities
      31
    • Total programs
      48
    • Acceptance rate
      63%

    Study abroad at Oglethorpe University

    Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe is a private liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia, US. It’s a forward thinking university with a friendly campus, and a diverse community.

    The University’s campus includes gothic buildings and tall trees, and offers students a safe and friendly place to live. Facilities include a performing arts center, the Turner Lynch Campus Center, which includes a dining hall, Starbucks, study area, and social spaces.

    The University offers a wide range of majors, and as a student at Oglethorpe you will also study an intentionally designed sequence of courses known as ‘The Core’. International students can study at the International Study Center, which prepares you for undergraduate study during your first year at Oglethorpe.

    The International Study Center is located on campus, and has dedicated classrooms, and a social area. The International Year program includes specific coursework during your first year, so you’ll be fully prepared to join year two of your chosen degree.

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    Why study at Oglethorpe University?

    Great value: Oglethorpe has been ranked number 48 out of 1,223 for ‘Best Value’ nationwide (USA Today/Wall Street Journal) Small class sizes: The average class size at Oglethorpe is just 17

    Life as an international student

    Oglethorpe University has a close-knit and diverse community of 1,250 students representing 38 countries and 33 US states.

    As a new international student you’ll get all the help and support you’ll need to settle into life at Oglethorpe. You’ll be introduced to all the University’s opportunities, and get help adjusting to living in the USA. Studying at the International Study Center, you’ll live on campus and have access to all the university’s facilities.

    You can get involved with one of the University’s 16 sports teams, known as the Stormy Petrels, or volunteer in the local community. There are nine fraternities or sororities you can join, or you could write for a magazine, or run for student office. There’s a range of annual events including the Battle of Bloody Marsh, Petrels of Fire race, and QuadFest.

    You will live on campus in one of six furnished, air-conditioned residence halls on campus. You will be assigned a roommate based on your preferences, so you should share with a roommate who has similar interests and a similar lifestyle to you.

    Student life & facilities

    Group of students planning a presentation in a living room
    • Library
      • Computer labs
      • Group Study Rooms
      • Quiet Areas
    • No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
      • No. of Baseball Pitches 1
      • No. of Tennis Courts 2
      • No. of Basketball Courts 1
      • No. of Athletics Track 1
      • No. of volleyball courts 1
    • Food & Restaurants
      • Restaurants 1
      • Cafe’s 1
    • Fitness Centre
      • Machines
      • Free Weights
    • Sports Facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf American Football Pitches 1
      • Sport facilities
      • No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches 1
    • IT Support
      • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Clubs & Organisations
      • No. of Clubs & Organizations 50
    • Healthcare & Medical
      • Counselling & Mental Health Services
    • Transport
      • Campus parking
    • Tutoring Support
      • Student Tutoring & Support
    • Praying Rooms
      • Language Center
      • Pre sessional English Academic skills courses

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    Oglethorpe University programs

    Fees and funding

    • Accommodation

      Per semester costs range from US$3,600 to $7,030 with an option of single or double style rooms.

    • Meal plans

      OU All-Access Meal plans start at US$2,285

    • Insurance

      US$417

    • Orientation (Fall intake only)

      US$250

    • Activities (per semester)

      US$140

    • International Year (1 semester)

      US$16,500

    • International Year (2 semesters)

      US$33,000

    • Direct admission (per year)

      $39,300 / year

    $26.7 MILLION+ IN AID AWARDED ANNUALLY. 90% receive merit scholarships. 97% receive financial aid.

    • Lanier

      $20,000 per year

    • University

      $21,000 per year

    • Presidential

      $22,000 per year

    • Presidential with Recognition

      $23,000 per year

    • James Edward Oglethorpe*

      Full tuition award + stipend for a junior-year study abroad experience.

    • Civic Engagement*

      Full tuition award + internship with a non-profit organization.

    • Oglethorpe Theatre*

      Full tuition award + internship with a professional theatre company.

    • Hammack Business*

      Full tuition award + stipend for study abroad or internship experience.

    Location

    Oglethorpe University

    4Lowry Hall, 3rd Floor, 4484 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319

    Oglethorpe University unites a close-knit campus community with big-city culture and opportunities