Otterbein University
Former names | Otterbein University (1847–1917; 2010–present) Otterbein College (1917–2010) |
|---|---|
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1847 |
Religious affiliation | United Methodist |
| Endowment | $99.1 million (2020) |
| President | John Comerford |
Academic staff | 300 (fall 2023) |
| Students | 2,357 (fall 2023) |
| Undergraduates | 2,119 (fall 2023) |
| Postgraduates | 238 (fall 2023) |
| Location | , U.S. |
| Campus | 140 acres (57 ha) |
| Colors | Tan and Cardinal |
| Nickname | Cardinals |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III – OAC |
| Mascot | Cardy the Cardinal |
| Website | otterbein.edu |
Otterbein University is a private university in Westerville, Ohio, United States. The university was founded in 1847 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ and named for United Brethren founder, Philip William Otterbein. It has been associated since 1968 with the United Methodist Church.
It is primarily an undergraduate institution with approximately 2,100 undergraduate and 240 graduate students on campus. The school's mascot is Cardy the Cardinal and the school is a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference in NCAA Division III athletics.