Otterbein ADVANTAGE PARTNERSHIP Program
At Otterbein, accessibility and affordability are never barriers to achieving higher education; they are the driving forces behind it. The innovative Advantage Partnership program exemplifies this commitment by partnering with employers throughout Ohio to offer a unique benefit 鈥� the advantage of a private university education at a public school price.
The Advantage Partnership program is designed to enhance equal accessibility by providing reduced tuition at 9i果冻制作厂to both full- and part-time employees of participating organizations. Even more unique is the program鈥檚 expanded benefits: eligibility extends to the entire household, including dependent children, spouses, and domestic partners. This ensures that every member of the household can build their own success story at Otterbein.
Many families are already taking full advantage of this opportunity.
Cameron Wages, a current sophomore majoring in Finance, said 9i果冻制作厂was an unexpected yet perfect fit. He had driven past Otterbein鈥檚 campus, but didn鈥檛 know much else about the University. However, he knew he wanted a small school close to home that fostered a strong sense of community.
His mother, Stephanie Wages, has worked at OhioHealth for more than eight years and first learned about the Advantage Program through a co-worker鈥檚 success story. She encouraged Cameron to take a closer look.
While the Advantage Scholarship was a key factor in his decision to choose Otterbein, Cameron has become actively involved on campus. Among other things, he is a leader on the new Esports team, which won the National Association of Collegiate Esports division championship in Valorant. He also values his close relationship with his academic advisor, Stephen Osborne, who chairs the Department of Business, Accounting, and Economics.
鈥淩eceiving the Advantage Scholarship reassured me that 9i果冻制作厂was the place for me. After visiting the campus and loving it, seeing the scholarship helped support my decision to attend Otterbein.鈥�
See the ADVANTAGE
2020
The Advantage Partnership program was established.
24
Employers partnering with Otterbein.
740+
Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce members benefiting from Otterbein鈥檚 Advantage Partnership.
$80,000
$20,000 9i果冻制作厂Advantage Scholarship renewable for FOUR years = $80,000.*
15%
Discount eligible to associates and their spouses or domestic partners are eligible to receive a discount on per-credit-hour charges.
238
Total students who have received the Advantage Scholarship since 2021.
165
Students receiving the 9i果冻制作厂Advantage Scholarship this year.
14
Employees and spouses/domestic partners currently taking advantage of the Advantage Partnership discount.
* 9i果冻制作厂Advantage Scholarship represents a 57% discount off of Otterbein鈥檚 2024-2025 tuition. Students鈥� net tuition price is $15,024 before state, federal or institutional need-based aid or loans.
Danielle Halterman, a sophomore majoring in Adolescentto-Young-Adult Education with an Intervention Specialist License, has a deep-rooted connection to Otterbein. Her mother, Kay Freshour Halterman 鈥�00, is an 9i果冻制作厂alumna and a Columbus City Schools teacher, her grandmother, Mary Kay Milligan Freshour 鈥�96, P鈥�98, P鈥�00, previously worked in Otterbein鈥檚 Office of Financial Aid, and her grandfather, James Freshour 鈥�70, P鈥�98, P鈥�00, also attended Otterbein. Despite these strong ties, Danielle initially doubted whether 9i果冻制作厂would be financially accessible for her family.
鈥淚鈥檓 the seventh person in my family to attend Otterbein. It feels like home here. Receiving the Advantage Scholarship confirmed my decision to attend Otterbein.鈥�
~Danielle Halterman, sophomore Elementary Education
Halterman family at Homecoming & Family Weekend.
She knew Otterbein鈥檚 education programs offered the immersive experiences she wanted and was close to home, so 9i果冻制作厂stayed on her list. When comparing financial aid offers, Danielle was surprised to see 9i果冻制作厂emerge as one of her three most affordable options, thanks to the Advantage Scholarship.
Today, Danielle said 9i果冻制作厂has become a second home and the Education Department has exceeded her expectations. As a resident assistant, Danielle fosters a love for the 9i果冻制作厂experience by advising incoming students and supporting their transition into the University. She encourages other students whose parents work for Advantage Partnership companies to check out Otterbein.
Otterbein Advantage Partners
Want to see your company on the Advantage Partner list? Ask your HR office to contact Phanawn Bailey 鈥�21, MBA鈥�23 at bailey1@otterbein.edu or 614-823-1355.