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Welcome to Ohio Wesleyan. We're here to help you find your passion – and fulfill it. To us, that's the point of a liberal arts education.

Apply as a First-Year Student

Searching and applying for colleges can be stressful. OWU is here to help.

With an Ohio Wesleyan admission counselor, there is someone to personally guide you through the easy and accessible admission process. 

First-Year Students

Apply as an International Student

Ohio Wesleyan welcomes students from nearly 30 different countries.

OWU provides international students a welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to learn and connect both on and off campus. 

International Students

Apply as a Transfer Student

Transferring to a new college can be daunting, but at Ohio Wesleyan, we do all we can to ensure that transition is easy.

Whether it's academically or socially, we'll work closely to make OWU your true new home. 

Transfer Students

2024-2025 Important Deadlines

Deadlines
November 15 – Early Decision
December 1 – Early Action 
January 15 – Priority Scholarship Deadline
January 31 – Enrollment Fee due for Early Decision 
March 1 – Regular Decision
May 1 – Enrollment Fee due for Early Action and Regular Decision

Applicants are notified on a rolling basis starting mid-October.

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Artistically-inclined?

In order to declare certain majors or secure a scholarship, some departments have special requirements for students to follow.

Programs with Special Requirements

Tips from the OWU Admission Team

Applying to college can be a complex journey. OWU Admission Counselors compiled these tips to help you navigate the process.

Get Out That Passport

We offer many opportunities to get out of that classroom and build a global perspective. The OWU Connection helps you put theory into practice, whether it's through internships, combining majors, studying abroad, and plenty more.

Marks of History

With over 175 years under the belt, Ohio Wesleyan has a rich history full of traditions that are as much a part of campus as the century-old buildings.

Quality Over Quantity

With a student to faculty ratio of 11:1 and an average class size of 17, Ohio Wesleyan students rate faculty as highly accessible and qualified in teaching their fields. 

We've Got That!

Choose from nearly 100 clubs & organizations, or just create your own! At OWU, you'll find the activities and friends to keep you connected on campus.