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.
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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.
Bachelor’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 |
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.
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.