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Ottawa University-Ottawa

Ottawa, KS · Private nonprofit · Distant town · Website

Ottawa University-Ottawa campus
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Admission rate
83%
Accessible
Average net price
$27,572
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
26%
Median earnings
$59,897
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ottawa University-Ottawa is a private nonprofit college in Ottawa, KS with 870 undergraduates. It admits 83% of applicants, and admitted students average 1000 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $27,572 per year ($25,362 for families earning under $30,000). 26% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $59,897 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
83%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,600
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,881
Fall 2023
Yield
10%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing420–500
200800
SAT Math330–500
200800
ACT Composite16–22
136

What Ottawa University-Ottawa looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$55,441
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$36,650

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$25,362
  • $30–48k$24,568
  • $48–75k$26,230
  • $75–110k$29,807
  • $110k+$30,340

Get a personal estimate with Ottawa University-Ottawa's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
26%
Freshman retention
58%
Median earnings
$59,897
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$22,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
870
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
39%
  • White50%
  • Hispanic19%
  • Black15%
  • Asian1%

Ottawa University-Ottawa FAQ

What is Ottawa University-Ottawa's acceptance rate?+

Ottawa University-Ottawa admits 83% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Ottawa University-Ottawa?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 420–500 on SAT Reading and Writing and 330–500 on SAT Math; the average total is 1000.

What ACT score do you need for Ottawa University-Ottawa?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 16–22.

Is Ottawa University-Ottawa test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Ottawa University-Ottawa?+

In Fall 2023, 3,600 students applied to Ottawa University-Ottawa and 2,881 were admitted; 293 enrolled.

Does Ottawa University-Ottawa consider legacy status?+

No. Ottawa University-Ottawa reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Ottawa University-Ottawa require an essay?+

Ottawa University-Ottawa reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Ottawa University-Ottawa cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $55,441 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $27,572.

What is Ottawa University-Ottawa's graduation rate?+

26% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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