Nursing at Otterbein University
If you plan to study Nursing, take a look at what Otterbein University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Otterbein University is located in Westerville, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 94 nursing degrees were awarded at Otterbein University.
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Studying Online at Otterbein University
Distance learning is available at Otterbein University. Among 2,332 students, 12 (1%) studied exclusively online and 350 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Otterbein University
Use these rankings to compare Otterbein University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #9 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 310 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #63 of 98 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #226 of 295 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #409 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1398 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #9 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 310 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #63 of 98 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #226 of 295 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #409 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1398 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Otterbein University
Graduates of Otterbein University’s Nursing program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $68,384 |
| 2 years | $70,090 |
| 3 years | $71,449 |
| 4 years | $78,179 |
| 5 years | $114,194 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Otterbein University take home a median $78,179, compared with $62,117 for all Otterbein University graduates — about 26% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Otterbein University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Nursing graduates at Otterbein University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Nursing graduates at Otterbein University are 78% women (73) and 22% men (21).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Otterbein University
Of the 52 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at Otterbein University, 92% were women (48) and 8% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Otterbein University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Otterbein University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Otterbein University
Of the 13 master’s nursing graduates at Otterbein University, 69% were women (9) and 31% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Otterbein University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Otterbein University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Otterbein University
The Nursing program at Otterbein University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 52 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 23 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 11 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 7 |
| Nursing Practice | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Otterbein University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.