Ohio Wesleyan University
About
Located in the historic college town of Delaware, Ohio, just north of Columbus, Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU) is a premier liberal arts institution best known for its exceptionally strong programs in zoology, business administration, and pre-professional tracks like medicine and law. What truly sets OWU apart is "The OWU Connection," a signature curricular program that helps students secure funding for global travel, self-designed research, and elite internships to translate classroom theory into real-world experience. On campus, students enjoy a vibrant, collaborative community enriched by competitive NCAA Division III athletics, an active Greek life system, and close proximity to the professional opportunities of a major metropolitan hub.
Wikipedia:Ohio Wesleyan University is a private liberal arts college in Delaware, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1842 by Methodist leaders and central Ohio residents, OWU is a member of the Ohio Five – a consortium of Ohio liberal arts colleges. Its 200-acre (81 ha) campus is 27 miles (44 km) north of Columbus, Ohio, and includes the main academic and residential campus, Perkins Observatory, and the Kraus Wilderness Preserve.
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Ohio Wesleyan University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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