Delaware, Ohio is a small county seat about 30 miles north of Columbus, and Ohio Wesleyan University has been there since 1842. It's a private liberal arts college with Methodist roots and about 1,500 students. The OWU Connection programme pays for students to do research, internships and travel linked to their studies. Zoology, economics and pre-health tracks are among the popular choices.
Delaware, Ohio, United States
Official website: owu.edu
1842
Private liberal arts college
Delaware, north of Columbus
$51,000 – $55,000
International students, before merit scholarships
$12,000 – $15,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on owu.edu before you apply.
BA Economics
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BA Computer Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BA Zoology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
BA Psychology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80
Funded research, internships and travel through the OWU Connection.
Small classes taught by professors.
Merit scholarships for most students.
Graduates go into business, research, health professions and graduate school.
Columbus employers such as Nationwide are within commuting distance.
Bachelor's graduates can usually work in the US for a year on OPT.
Undergrad
Early and Regular Decision
Postgrad
No PG intake
The campus runs along Sandusky Street, a few minutes' walk from Delaware's small downtown of cafes and shops. Almost every student lives on campus.
Delaware is quiet and affordable. Columbus, with its airport, shops and jobs, is about 40 minutes south by car.
Form I-20 issued by Ohio Wesleyan University
Proof of funds for one academic year
SEVIS I-901 fee payment receipt
Completed DS-160 online application
US embassy or consulate interview
Passport valid six months beyond stay
Ohio Wesleyan has early application rounds in November and a regular deadline in early spring. Apply early for the best scholarship chances and enough time for the visa.
New students start in August.
International students come in on an F-1 visa. The I-20 comes from Ohio Wesleyan University after you confirm your place and show you can cover a year of costs; you then pay the SEVIS fee, fill in the DS-160 and book your consulate interview.
Economics, computer science, zoology and psychology are popular. Admission is based on secondary school grades, an essay and recommendations, with IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80. Test scores are optional.
Yes. Ohio Wesleyan gives merit scholarships to most international students, decided at admission. Some need-based aid is also available.
