Acceptance rate
83.0%
Ottawa University-Ottawa
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
This private university in Ottawa, Kansas enrolls about 950 students and admits roughly 83% of applicants. It's most known for Parks & Recreation (33% of degrees) and Business programs. The average net cost after financial aid is around $27,000 annually, though the 6-year graduation rate of 28% and first-year retention of 58% are notably low compared to most institutions.
Enrollment
953
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
28%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
750 – 1000
ACT (composite)
16 – 22
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$22,449
family income
$30–48k
$22,912
family income
$48–75k
$25,525
family income
$75–110k
$30,199
family income
$110k+
$30,771
family income
37% receive Pell grants
76% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Ottawa University-Ottawa graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Parks & Recreation
32.9%
Business & Marketing
27.0%
Psychology
13.1%
Education
11.7%
Biology
4.4%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,552
Earnings (6 yr)
$49,139
Completion
28%
Retention
58%
Median debt
$21,500
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ottawa University-Ottawa?
Ottawa University-Ottawa has an acceptance rate of 83.0%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for Ottawa University-Ottawa?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 750 and 1000 on the SAT. The ACT range is 16–22.
How much does Ottawa University-Ottawa actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $22,449 per year, rising to $30,771 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Ottawa University-Ottawa?
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