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Ottawa University-Ottawa

Ottawa University-Ottawa is a small, private institution located in Ottawa, ks. Founded in 1865, Ottawa University-Ottawa offers undergraduate degrees in 51 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics N/A
undergraduates 851 undergraduates
cost $33,380 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Ottawa University-Ottawa? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 78.2%
SAT score average 993
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.12
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Ottawa University-Ottawa is known for one of its top majors: Health and Physical Education/Fitness. Their student-faculty ratio is 11:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
11 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Health and Medical Professions
Business and Management
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching
Engineering and Technology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Social Sciences and Psychology

Popular majors

Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Biology, General
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Engineering, General
Accounting and Related Services
Communication and Media Studies

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $33,380
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,934
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,640
Cost of attendance* $50,154
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $50,154 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $33,380
Additional expenses
Room & board $11,934
Books & supplies $1,200
Other expenses $3,640
Cost of attendance* $50,154
Average financial aid package N/A
Average net price $50,154 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Ottawa University-Ottawa has a total undergraduate enrollment of 851, with gender binary students split 63% male and 37% female.

Total enrollment

1,019

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
42%
African American %
14%
Hispanic American %
14%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
1%
Multiracial %
6%
Unknown %
21%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Ottawa University-Ottawa, students love their Christian Faith In Action. Freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1001 South Cedar, Ottawa, KS 66067-3399
phone 785-521-3818
address www.ottawa.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Christian faith in action

Student activities force

Education club

Whole earth club

Fellowship of christian athletes

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Athletics

NCAA Division level
Varsity sportsNo
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Ottawa University-Ottawa to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Ottawa University-Ottawa?

Ottawa University-Ottawa is located in Ottawa, ks.

What is the acceptance rate at Ottawa University-Ottawa? 

The acceptance rate for Ottawa University-Ottawa is 78%.

What’s the average GPA for Ottawa University-Ottawa?

The average high school GPA for Ottawa University-Ottawa students was 3.12.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Ottawa University-Ottawa?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Ottawa University-Ottawa including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $200,616.

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