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Ohio Wesleyan University

#309 in US ranking Delaware, OH
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$70,351
Tuition & fees
$54,954
Avg. aid
$42,385
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
56%
Avg. SAT
1300
Avg. ACT
25

Outcomes

Graduation rate
59%
Median salary
$39,738
1 yr after graduation

What is the cost of studying for a year at Ohio Wesleyan University?

For 2024-25, Ohio Wesleyan's reported full-time undergraduate tuition was $53,624, with $624 in required fees; the published tuition rate did not differ by Ohio residency. Adding the reported typical room-and-board charge of $15,272 and books-and-supplies estimate of $1,150 produces about $70,670 in these listed annual expenses before transportation and personal costs.

That calculation is a published-cost illustration, not an individual bill. Housing choices, meal plans, course materials, and other expenses can differ. A separate tuition figure from another reporting period should not be substituted into the 2024-25 calculation.

Grants can substantially change what a family pays. Reported average net prices - cost after grants and scholarships - were $10,706 for students from families earning up to $48,000 and $30,036 for those from families earning more than $110,000. Those are averages for particular income groups, not aid offers. All students in the reported aid measure received some form of financial aid, while 62% had student loans; receiving aid does not necessarily mean graduating without debt.

Students seeking assistance should complete the financial aid applications required for their circumstances and review eligibility for federal and state grants, Ohio Wesleyan scholarships, and federal loans. Compare colleges using each personalized aid offer and its estimated four-year cost, including whether scholarships renew and whether borrowing is part of the package.

What are the work-study opportunities at Ohio Wesleyan University?

Ohio Wesleyan students can pursue part-time employment and career-development opportunities, but Federal Work-Study is not the same as a guaranteed campus job. Work-Study eligibility is determined through financial aid, and an eligible student generally must find and perform approved work to earn the allotted wages.

Other campus jobs may be open to students who do not receive Work-Study. Applicants should check the university's student-employment listings, position requirements, and hiring procedures; an internship, even when career-related, has its own compensation and academic-credit rules.

For longer-term planning, Ohio Wesleyan's career services include individual counseling, résumé assistance, interview preparation, job-search resources, employer events, and alumni networking. These services can help students explore majors and pursue internships or jobs, but access to career support should not be mistaken for a verified job-placement outcome.

Ohio Wesleyan University Tuition and Fees

In-state tuition & fees
$54,954
Out-of-state tuition & fees
$54,954
Tuition
$54,330
Fees
$624
Room and board
$15,272
Books and supplies
$1,150

Total Cost

Cost of attendance per year
$70,351
Tuition & fees
$54,954
Housing, food, books & other
$15,397

100% of undergraduates receive aid, $42,385 on average

Ohio Wesleyan University Cost of Living

Yearly living expenses by where students live

On campus
$16,554
Off campus, not with family
$15,164
Off campus, with family
$1,870

Ohio Wesleyan University Net Price by Family Income

Average yearly cost after grants, students awarded federal aid

$0–30,000
$15,412
$30,001–48,000
$10,706
$48,001–75,000
$13,339
$75,001–110,000
$18,031
Over $110,000
$30,036

Ohio Wesleyan University Room and Board Cost

Typical room charge for academic year

$8,170

Typical board charge for academic year

$7,102

Total dormitory capacity

1594

Institution provide on-campus housing

Yes

Institution provides board or meal plan

Yes

Ohio Wesleyan University Tuition Plans

Tuition guaranteed plan

No

Prepaid tuition plan

No

Ohio Wesleyan University Financial Aid

Undergraduate average amount

$42,385

All

$45,481

Students Receiving Financial Aid

Share of undergraduate students
100%

Ohio Wesleyan University Grants, Loans and Debt

Students receiving Pell Grants
28%
Students with federal loans
62%
Median debt at completion
$27,000

Ohio Wesleyan University Military and Veterans Benefits

Undergraduate average amount

$30,421

Data last updated on November 5, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.

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