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Ottawa University
Ottawa,
KS
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate70%
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About Ottawa University
Ottawa University is a private, religious university in the town of Ottawa, Kansas. Ottawa University was founded in 1865. The college enrolls around 886 students a year, including 720 undergrad students.
Ottawa University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Ottawa University. Ottawa University admitted 70% of all applicants in 2003. In 2003, 1,845 students applied to Ottawa University and 1,297 were admitted.
| Ottawa University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 70% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.1 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 15% |
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Ottawa University is located in Ottawa, Kansas, near Kansas City.
If you would like to see Ottawa University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 35 to Ottawa, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Kansas City International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Ottawa University and Ottawa are like without leaving home.
College Info
Ottawa University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Ottawa University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Ottawa University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Ottawa University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
870 - 1010
Math SAT Range
430 - 510
Reading SAT Range
410 - 470
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1010 and Above
Good
870 to 1010
Avg
870 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Ottawa University students is 939. Applicants with SAT scores of 1010 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Ottawa University, while applicants with SAT scores between 870 to 1010 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 870 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Ottawa University.
Ottawa University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$46,130
In State$46,130
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$30,880
$30,880
Fees
$3,400
$3,400
Housing
$11,850
$11,850
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Ottawa University is like? There are approximately 886 students enrolled at Ottawa University, including 720 undergraduate students and 166 graduate students. 94% percent of students attend school full-time, 62% percent are from KS and 38% percent of students are from other states.
94%
Full Time6%
Part Time62%
In State38%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
886
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
70%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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