by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Otterbein degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Otterbein measures up.
Otterbein is ranked #2,064 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within Ohio, it ranks #81 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Otterbein offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Communications / Public Relations | #22 of 34 |
| Health Communication | #22 of 34 |
| Outdoor Health & Physical Education/Fitness | #36 of 57 |
| Wildlife, Fish & Wildl&s Science & Management | #38 of 43 |
| Wildlife Management | #38 of 43 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #38 of 43 |
| Acting | #39 of 85 |
| Musical Theater | #43 of 81 |
| Theater Design & Technology | #47 of 78 |
| Public Relations | #56 of 93 |
Read the full Otterbein value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Otterbein University is ranked #17 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #81 out of #139 for Ohio value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Otterbein financial aid page to be sure.
Otterbein University is ranked #2,064 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Otterbein 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 Otterbein costs about $19,820. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $79,279 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $48,380 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $19,237 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $19,820 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $79,279 |
*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 Otterbein net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Otterbein 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 | $193,520 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,279 | #2,064 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,948 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $193,520 | — | — |
| All Students | $79,279 | #81 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $76,948 | — | — |
*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 Otterbein shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $16,326 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,057 |
| $48K–$75K | $20,323 |
| $75K–$110K | $23,815 |
| Over $110K | $25,227 |
About 98% of Otterbein undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $24,037 per year. Get more details on the Otterbein 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 Otterbein net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.