Oglethorpe University: what international applicants need

What are Oglethorpe University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Oglethorpe University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on May 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Oglethorpe University's acceptance rate?

88.4% for students who started in fall 2024: Oglethorpe University admitted 1,960 of its 2,216 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Oglethorpe University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Oglethorpe University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (May 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is March 6, 2027: scores on March 19, 2027, registration by February 19, 2027 (late registration February 23, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Oglethorpe University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 540–650 in Math and 550–660 in Reading and Writing (20% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 22–31.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Oglethorpe University's application fee for international students?

Oglethorpe University's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Oglethorpe University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Oglethorpe University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Oglethorpe University accept?

Oglethorpe University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Oglethorpe University require?

Oglethorpe University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Oglethorpe University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Oglethorpe University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Oglethorpe University have?

43 of Oglethorpe University's 1,396 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.1%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Oglethorpe University cost for international students?

Oglethorpe University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $47,590, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $15,780. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $67,320 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source