by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a OWU degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how OWU measures up.
OWU is ranked #2,052 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Ohio, it ranks #79 of 139 for value.
Among the majors OWU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Zoology/Animal Biology | #27 of 33 |
| Accounting / Finance | #30 of 54 |
| Accounting and Finance | #30 of 54 |
| Zoology | #40 of 52 |
| Information Systems | #110 of 114 |
| Economics | #151 of 234 |
| Business Administration / Management | #154 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #154 of 266 |
| Physical Education | #191 of 264 |
| Sports Management | #305 of 492 |
Read the full OWU value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Ohio Wesleyan University is ranked #41 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #79 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the OWU financial aid page to be sure.
Ohio Wesleyan University is ranked #2,052 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Ohio Wesleyan University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at OWU costs about $20,897. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $83,588 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $68,487 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,897 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $20,897 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $83,588 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about OWU net price and the factors that affect it.
What OWU costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a OWU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $273,948 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,588 | #2,052 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $83,588 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $273,948 | — | — |
| All Students | $83,588 | #79 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $83,588 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at OWU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,920 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,089 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,819 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,444 |
| Over $110K | $30,353 |
About 100% of OWU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $42,385 per year. Get more details on the OWU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the OWU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.