Otterbein College

Columbus, Ohio

Otterbein College is located in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, the state capital. Westerville, with a population of approximately 36,000, has all the advantages of a small safe town. Its proximity to Columbus, one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, means that big city attractions are only minutes away.

As a comprehensive college, Otterbein offers a curriculum that prepares its students for careers in today’s world. Otterbein is also a traditional college of liberal arts, where students can explore the past and plan for the future.

Otterbein fulfills all expectations that international students may have of what an American college should be. When students arrive to the campus they are overwhelmed by the superior quality of the academic, dormitory and sport facilities. Once the academic year begins students integrate into a vibrant student community where intense studies are combined with a lot of fun!

Academic and Sport Facilities

26 academic buildings including a 250,000 volume library. Recreational and fitness center including an 80,000 square-foot field house, complete with a sanctioned six-lane, 200-meter indoor track; which features a high-tech cardiovascular fitness area. Basketball court with seating for 3,100, three courts each for volleyball, basketball or tennis; two handball courts and; gymnastics space.

Dormitories and School Residences

There are 6 main residence halls. Students can choose either co-ed or single sex residence halls. The college also offers apartment style residence halls with private bed rooms. All rooms come with high-speed internet connection, cable, voice mail, desk, chair, bed, closet and dresser.

Academic Admission Requirements

TOEFL score 193/523, SAT/ACT not required, Minimum 2.5 GPA

Starting Dates

Fall Semester: Early September, Spring Semester: Early January and late March

The Community

Located in the northeast corner of Ohio’s fastest growing region, Westerville is a vital city of 36,000 residents. It is located just 12 km from the state capital of Columbus.

Recreational opportunities abound in Westerville with 38 different parks or recreation facilities, including a 96,600 square foot community recreation center. Brick streets and a quaint uptown shopping area is just 5 minutes walking distance from Otterbein College campus.

Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cheerleading
• Cross Country
• Equestrian
• Football
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Soccer
• Softball
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball

Closest International and Local Airports:

Port Columbus International