Oglethorpe University

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You belong at Oglethorpe

We are Atlanta’s premier undergraduate learning experience. We prepare you for success in a rewarding career. With 1,400 students, we are a close-knit community where you are known, supported and appreciated.

You will be challenged at Oglethorpe

In the classroom, laboratory or internship office, learn by doing from dedicated professors who know you and care about your success. You will be stretched to think critically by our unique Core curriculum, and no matter your major, small class sizes allow you to ask probing questions, engage in meaningful dialogue, conduct meaningful research and earn real world experience.

Metro Atlanta: Population ~6 million

Oglethorpe: 1,368 Students

of students receive financial aid

of students are the first in their families to attend college

student-faculty ratio

NCAA Division III athletic teams

Personal

Your faculty will know and appreciate you. At Oglethorpe, academic excellence is delivered one student at time. It is a deeply personal experience that is guided by caring professors and a cadre of mental health and student success support services.

Affordable

You worked hard to earn good grades in high school, now reap the reward. There are merit scholarships available to attend Oglethorpe, and if you qualify academically, your tuition will be affordable through the Flagship 50 program. Receives the best in private education at a public institution price.

Atlanta

Our beautiful, historic campus is safely tucked away minutes from all of the internships and cultural experiences you need to build a great career and become a well-rounded individual in the international city of Atlanta.

Diversity

You can be you at Oglethorpe. Nearly 60% of our students identify as students of color, and all viewpoints and identities are respected and appreciated. Our campus looks like the community.

Opportunity

The outcome of an Oglethorpe education is a job. Want to play sports? Want to perform? Want to lead organizations? You will at Oglethorpe. And not only will you be academically prepared, our tight-knit network of highly successful alumni will help you launch your career in your chosen field.