At a glance
Average net price
$27,963
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
27.9%
Admission rate
83%
Undergrad size
870
In-state tuition
$35,880
Out-of-state tuition
$35,880
Cost of attendance
$51,856
Median earnings (10y)
$55,552
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,000
- ACT midpoint
- 18
- Retention
- 58.3%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (33%), business (27%), social sciences (26%).
- STEM8%
- Business27%
- Humanities & arts6%
- Social sciences26%
- Trades & services33%
- Parks & recreation32.9%~286 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business27.0%~235 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology13.1%~114 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education11.7%~102 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication3.6%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.5%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering1.5%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.5%~13 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~6 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.7%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 61 | $76,940 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 40 | $34,341 | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | $30,125 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 15 | $47,803 | $35,854 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 11 | $32,184 | $25,583 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | $27,000 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 8 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 5 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 1 | $36,858 | $39,775 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | — | $48,586 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | — | — | $27,562 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | — | $50,439 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | — | $58,931 | $29,198 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | — | — | $34,747 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | — | — | $30,736 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Ottawa University-Ottawa
Ottawa University-Ottawa is a small institution located in Ottawa, Kansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 870 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Parks & recreation, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ottawa University-Ottawa — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $27,963 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $35,880 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,856 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 27.9%, a below-average completion outcome. 58.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $55,552 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ottawa University-Ottawa confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Parks & recreation, Business, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (33% of credentials), business (27% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Ottawa University-Ottawa accepts 83% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,000. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 18.
Location & campus
Set in Ottawa, Kansas (town), Ottawa University-Ottawa draws students from across Kansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Ottawa University-Ottawa
Q.How much does Ottawa University-Ottawa cost?
The average net price at Ottawa University-Ottawa is $27,963 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,856.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ottawa University-Ottawa?
Ottawa University-Ottawa has a 6-year graduation rate of 27.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ottawa University-Ottawa?
Ottawa University-Ottawa admits 83% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Ottawa University-Ottawa graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ottawa University-Ottawa graduate earns $55,552 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ottawa University-Ottawa?
Published tuition is $35,880 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ottawa University-Ottawa located?
Ottawa University-Ottawa is located in Ottawa, Kansas (ZIP 66067).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ottawa University-Ottawa at their official website.