National studies have shown that the largest percentage of the most productive and creative scientists in the U.S. have undergraduate degrees from small, liberal arts colleges. A liberal arts education emphasizes critical thinking and analysis, communication and cross-disciplinary discussion as well as hands-on learning.
At Otterbein, we strongly believe that a liberal arts education is the best preparation for a career in any field. Broad academic experiences in the humanities, sciences, arts and social sciences teach students to think critically, analyze problems, reach creative solutions and communicate clearly. The skills gained through an excellent liberal arts education are transferable to many career fields, and thus provide the flexibility, adaptability and creativity necessary for career growth and satisfaction in our rapidly changing society. Otterbein will give you "depth" in your major and "breadth" for your life of continued discovery.
A liberal arts education not only prepares you for your first job, but more importantly for all of your other jobs and for all of your life.
