At a glance
Average net price
$33,393
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
18.2%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
836
In-state tuition
$35,880
Out-of-state tuition
$35,880
Cost of attendance
$52,170
Median earnings (10y)
$55,552
Admissions
- SAT average
- 972
- ACT midpoint
- 19
- Retention
- 50.0%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
9 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (32%), business (25%), social sciences (20%).
- STEM11%
- Business25%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services32%
- Parks & recreation32.1%~268 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business25.2%~211 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology15.3%~128 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication12.2%~102 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education3.0%~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering3.0%~25 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.5%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare 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
15 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. | Bachelor's | 90 | $34,341 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 70 | — | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 59 | $76,940 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | $27,562 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 11 | $32,184 | $25,583 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | $30,125 |
| Engineering, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 5 | $50,439 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 5 | $47,803 | $35,854 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 3 | $36,858 | $39,775 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 2 | $48,586 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 2 | — | $30,736 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | — | $58,931 | $29,198 |
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-Surprise
Ottawa University-Surprise is a small institution located in Surprise, Arizona, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 836 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Parks & recreation, Business, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ottawa University-Surprise — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $33,393 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 $52,170 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 18.2%, a below-average completion outcome. 50.0% 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-Surprise confers degrees and certificates across 9 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 (32% of credentials), business (25% of credentials), social sciences (20% 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-Surprise accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 972. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 19.
Location & campus
Set in Surprise, Arizona (suburb), Ottawa University-Surprise draws students from across Arizona 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-Surprise
Q.How much does Ottawa University-Surprise cost?
The average net price at Ottawa University-Surprise is $33,393 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $52,170.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ottawa University-Surprise?
Ottawa University-Surprise has a 6-year graduation rate of 18.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ottawa University-Surprise?
Ottawa University-Surprise admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Ottawa University-Surprise graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ottawa University-Surprise graduate earns $55,552 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ottawa University-Surprise?
Published tuition is $35,880 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ottawa University-Surprise located?
Ottawa University-Surprise is located in Surprise, Arizona (ZIP 85374).
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-Surprise at their official website.