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You belong at Oglethorpe
We are Atlanta’s premier undergraduate learning experience. We prepare you for success in a rewarding career. With 1,400 students, we are a close-knit community where you are known, supported and appreciated.
Admission
You will be challenged at Oglethorpe
In the classroom, laboratory or internship office, learn by doing from dedicated professors who know you and care about your success. You will be stretched to think critically by our unique Core curriculum, and no matter your major, small class sizes allow you to ask probing questions, engage in meaningful dialogue, conduct meaningful research and earn real world experience.
Academics
Metro Atlanta: Population ~6 million
Oglethorpe: 1,368 Students
92%
of graduates employed or in graduate school
99%
of students receive financial aid
36%
of students are the first in their families to attend college
14:1
student-faculty ratio
16
NCAA Division III athletic teams
Personal
Your faculty will know and appreciate you. At Oglethorpe, academic excellence is delivered one student at time. It is a deeply personal experience that is guided by caring professors and a cadre of mental health and student success support services.
Meet our faculty
Value
You worked hard to earn good grades in high school, now reap the reward. There are merit scholarships available to attend Oglethorpe, and if you qualify academically, your tuition will be affordable through the Flagship 50 program. Receive the best in private education at a public institution price.
Cost Calculator
Atlanta
Our beautiful, historic campus is safely tucked away minutes from all of the internships and cultural experiences you need to build a great career and become a well-rounded individual in the international city of Atlanta.
Campus Life
Diversity
You can
be you
at Oglethorpe.
Nearly 60%
of our students identify as students of color, and all viewpoints and identities are respected and appreciated
. Our campus looks like
the
community.
Student Profile
Opportunity
The outcome of an Oglethorpe education is a job. Want to play sports? Want to perform? Want to lead organizations? You will at Oglethorpe. And not only will you be academically prepared, our tight-knit network of highly successful alumni will help you launch your career in your chosen field.
Career Development
News
Featured
Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium celebrates student research, curiosity and creativity
Read More
[WATCH] Keimarya Rivera ’26 writes letter of gratitude to head coach Jasen Jonus
Read More
The Spring 2026 Carillon magazine is out now
Read More
Two long-serving Oglethorpe professors retire
Read More
More News
EVENTS
FEATURED
Commencement
May 9, 2026 at 9 a.m.
Event Details
FEATURED
Boar’s Head Concert and Celebration December 1, 2023 | Oglethorpe University
read more
Recent Events
Sowing Seeds in April Showers!
on April 23, 2026
mOUthing Off Presents...
on April 23, 2026
Intercultural Center Survey
on April 23, 2026
More Events
Make A Life. Make A Living. Make A Difference.
@OGLETHORPEUNIV
See more on Instagram. Nescit Cedere.
CONTACT US
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Skip to content
Pause Video
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You belong at Oglethorpe
We are Atlanta’s premier undergraduate learning experience. We prepare you for success in a rewarding career. With 1,400 students, we are a close-knit community where you are known, supported and appreciated.
Admission
You will be challenged at Oglethorpe
In the classroom, laboratory or internship office, learn by doing from dedicated professors who know you and care about your success. You will be stretched to think critically by our unique Core curriculum, and no matter your major, small class sizes allow you to ask probing questions, engage in meaningful dialogue, conduct meaningful research and earn real world experience.
Academics
Metro Atlanta: Population ~6 million
Oglethorpe: 1,368 Students
92%
of graduates employed or in graduate school
99%
of students receive financial aid
36%
of students are the first in their families to attend college
14:1
student-faculty ratio
16
NCAA Division III athletic teams
Personal
Your faculty will know and appreciate you. At Oglethorpe, academic excellence is delivered one student at time. It is a deeply personal experience that is guided by caring professors and a cadre of mental health and student success support services.
Meet our faculty
Value
You worked hard to earn good grades in high school, now reap the reward. There are merit scholarships available to attend Oglethorpe, and if you qualify academically, your tuition will be affordable through the Flagship 50 program. Receive the best in private education at a public institution price.
Cost Calculator
Atlanta
Our beautiful, historic campus is safely tucked away minutes from all of the internships and cultural experiences you need to build a great career and become a well-rounded individual in the international city of Atlanta.
Campus Life
Diversity
You can
be you
at Oglethorpe.
Nearly 60%
of our students identify as students of color, and all viewpoints and identities are respected and appreciated
. Our campus looks like
the
community.
Student Profile
Opportunity
The outcome of an Oglethorpe education is a job. Want to play sports? Want to perform? Want to lead organizations? You will at Oglethorpe. And not only will you be academically prepared, our tight-knit network of highly successful alumni will help you launch your career in your chosen field.
Career Development
News
Featured
Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium celebrates student research, curiosity and creativity
Read More
[WATCH] Keimarya Rivera ’26 writes letter of gratitude to head coach Jasen Jonus
Read More
The Spring 2026 Carillon magazine is out now
Read More
Two long-serving Oglethorpe professors retire
Read More
More News
EVENTS
FEATURED
Commencement
May 9, 2026 at 9 a.m.
Event Details
FEATURED
Boar’s Head Concert and Celebration December 1, 2023 | Oglethorpe University
read more
Recent Events
Sowing Seeds in April Showers!
on April 23, 2026
mOUthing Off Presents...
on April 23, 2026
Intercultural Center Survey
on April 23, 2026
More Events
Make A Life. Make A Living. Make A Difference.
@OGLETHORPEUNIV
See more on Instagram. Nescit Cedere.
CONTACT US
APPLY NOW
Scroll to Top