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Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 1,871
Part-Time Student Population 24
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 138
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 48
Total FT Faculty 138
Faculty with Terminal Degree 98%
Average Faculty Salary $66,671
Full-Time Retention Rate 87%
Graduation Rate 63%
Programs/Majors Offered 67
Average Course Load 4–5 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 58%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 42%
  • 50 or More Students: 0%

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Academics at Ohio Wesleyan are nothing less than top-notch, and it is no secret among its students. As opposed to many larger universities, the professors come to OWU to teach, and they love doing so. There is no such thing as a teaching assistant here. Classes are small and allow personal interaction with every faculty member. Academics are definitely challenging and require hard work, but your professor is always willing to help. There is a little joke among Ohio Wesleyan students that anybody can get into Ohio Wesleyan, but it is a challenge to get through it and even tougher to get through it successfully. The workload is well worth it, as graduates have gone on to do amazing things, especially in the area of academia. Almost one-third of graduates continue directly on to graduate school after their tenure at Ohio Wesleyan.

Many find the incredibly high acceptance rate an unfortunate figure as it can result in students who are not suited to handle the academic program. Furthermore, the OWU faculty is not afraid to use the entire grading spectrum, from A to F, in every class. The science and math programs are well-known throughout the campus for their especially rigorous requirements, as well as great placements in top grad schools for graduates. The popular economics department run by the Woltemade Center is also one of the top small-school programs in the country. Be warned—slacking off at OWU comes at a high price.

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Academics at Ohio Wesleyan University

jjristau

Psychology '12

4.6
A

Opposite of Ordinary

OWU prides itself on the fact that students get international experiences.

May 17, 2012

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Academics at Ohio Wesleyan University

jjristau

Psychology '12

5.0
A+

Professors Are Amazing

Regardless of your major, every professor at OWU loves their students and are genuinely interested in them.

May 17, 2012

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fehess

Women's Studies '14

5.0
A+

Professors Who Care

Not only is this school deceptively hard, but the professors are amazing. I have never been so challenged or inspired. but when you feel overwhelmed, always go speak to the professors, they really care! and they will work with you to make sure that you succeed.

Apr 09, 2012

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User rating for Ohio Wesleyan University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 23 user reviews.

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Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: No
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Credit and/or placement available
Degrees Awarded Bachelor's degree
Most Popular Majors
  • Business/Managerial Economics: 5%
  • Economics and Econometrics: 3%
  • Psychology: 5%
  • Zoology and Entomology: 4%
Special Study Options
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • Beeghly Library
  • Conrades-Wetherell Science Center
  • Hamilton Williams Campus Center
Did You Know?
  • OWU is one of five independent colleges in the nation that rank in the top 20 in graduates going on tO earn PhDs and in the number of business leaders ranked by Standard and Poor's.
  • OWU is featured in Loren Pope's bestselling book, Colleges That Change Lives as one of the 'best of the best' schools. He describes OWU as "one of the best academic bargains in the country."
  • The John Templeton Foundation lists Ohio Wesleyan as one of 40 colleges with exemplary spiritual growth programs and one of 60 colleges with exemplary volunteer service programs.
  • The Arneson Institute for Practical Politics and Public Affairs combines classroom education with real world experience as it allows top politics and government students to intern with senators, representatives, and at the White House for a semester.
  • The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business, and Entrepreneurship creates opportunities for student internships and brings in world-renowned business lecturers including Chuck Berger, the former CEO of Scotts; Michael Gasser, chairman and CEO of Greif Inc.; and David Wetherell, one of Wall Street's 25 Smartest Players and chairman of CMGI.

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