Lutheran-affiliated liberal arts college in Ohio with 180+ years of tradition and student-centered learning.
Wittenberg offers more than 70 majors and minors across multiple disciplines. Eight pre-professional programs are available, with 70 percent of students eventually pursuing graduate studies. The Barbara Deer Kuss Science Center houses ten academic departments in mathematics and natural sciences. Thomas Library contains over 500,000 books and resources, including the Luther-Reformation Collection with more than 400 items from 1517–1580. Graduate programs include Master of Science in Analytics, Master of Arts in Sport Administration, and Master of Arts in Education.
The 114-acre campus features historic and modern facilities including Myers Hall (1846, oldest building), Thomas Library (1956), and The Steemer ($40 million health and wellness facility completed 2019). Seven residence halls house students with amenities including dining, recreation, and technology labs. Over 50 active student organizations operate on campus, including the Hagen Center for Civic and Urban Engagement, William A. McClain Center for Diversity, and Womyn's Center. The university maintains a vibrant student media presence through The Wittenberg Torch (student newspaper since 1873) and formerly WUSO radio station.
Wittenberg admits students through Regular Decision and Transfer pathways. The university welcomes international students, though graduate I-20 forms are limited to the MS Analytics program. Campus visits and information sessions are available year-round. The university emphasizes a holistic review process and offers financial aid and scholarship opportunities to qualified applicants.
Founded in 1845 by Evangelical Lutheran ministers, Wittenberg was originally named Wittenberg College and attained university status in 1957. The institution is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission but was placed on probation in November 2025 following a financial distress designation in March 2025. The university has faced recent challenges including program discontinuations and faculty sanctions, but leadership emphasizes that prior financial concerns have been addressed.