United States

Oglethorpe University

Oglethorpe University campus

Oglethorpe University is a Liberal Arts and Sciences university that unites a close-knit campus community with big city culture and opportunities. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Oglethorpe offers 60 programs of study to both domestic and international students, more than 50 organizations and clubs, 10 fraternities and sororities and 8 on campus housing options, among other facilities.

Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe University is Atlanta’s only co-educational small private liberal arts college and one home to international students, with 1,450 diverse and engaged students from more than 30 states and 30 countries. A place that puts students first and especially international students, Oglethorpe’s academically rigorous programs emphasize intellectual curiosity, individual attention, close collaboration among faculty and students, and hands-on active learning that connects theory and practice. With a strong emphasis on professional development, 99% of Oglethorpe students engage in experiential learning through jobs and internships. The academic advisors at Edubookings are more than happy answering any and all questions and concerns, while providing guidance and support needed throughout the admissions process. Apply with Edubookings and begin the admissions process and get the help and support needed for applying to the great school Oglethorpe is for international students.

At a glance

  • Founded in 1835
  • International students: 106+
  • Countries represented: 38+
  • Bachelor Degrees: 30+

Rankings and recognition

  • #33 among America’s most entrepreneurial colleges by Forbes
  • #48 out of 1,223 for Best Value nationwide by USA Today/Wall Street Journal
  • 38 countries represented
  • #56 out of all liberal arts colleges in the nation for contribution to the public good by Washington Monthly
  • More than 50 organizations and clubs
  • #148 among America’s best national liberal arts colleges by the U.S News and World Report

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Costs and exam codes

  • Undergraduate tuition: $36,000 to $38,000 per year
  • Average housing cost: $13,000 per year
ExamInstitution code
SAT5521
GMATDIRECT
ACT0850
IELTSDIRECT
GREDIRECT
TOEFL5521

English proficiency requirements

Undergraduate Pathway

  • TOEFL iBT 50+
  • IELTS 5+
  • PEARSON 42+

Undergraduate Direct

  • TOEFL iBT 69+
  • IELTS 6.5+
  • PEARSON 62+

Academic requirements

Undergraduate Pathway

  • 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
  • SAT 1+
  • ACT 1+

Undergraduate Direct

  • 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
  • SAT 115+
  • ACT 1.9+

Programs

Bachelors (17)
  • American Studies
  • Bio-Psychology
  • Biology & Biological Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • English & Comparative Literature
  • French
  • History
  • International Studies
  • Mathematics
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Accounting
  • Business Administration
  • Human Resource Management
  • Communication & Rhetoric Studies
  • Art History