Oglethorpe University

Oglethorpe University requires a minimum of 128 semester hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Oglethorpe University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Oglethorpe University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 58% of students who start college at Oglethorpe University graduate within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Oglethorpe University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At Oglethorpe University?

Oglethorpe University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Oglethorpe University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Oglethorpe University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Oglethorpe University

When choosing a major, Oglethorpe University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Oglethorpe University.Oglethorpe University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Oglethorpe University false.Oglethorpe University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oglethorpe University

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Does Oglethorpe University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Oglethorpe University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Oglethorpe University Have An Online Program?

❌ Oglethorpe University false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Oglethorpe University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Oglethorpe University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Oglethorpe University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Oglethorpe University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Oglethorpe University.

Does Oglethorpe University Require Internships?

🟨 Oglethorpe University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Oglethorpe University

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Oglethorpe University Library

The main library on campus is the Philip Weltner Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Oglethorpe University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Oglethorpe University offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State and Auburn University

•Education with Mercer University

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Oglethorpe University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Oglethorpe University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Oglethorpe University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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