About
About Ottawa University-Ottawa
Ottawa University-Ottawa is a private liberal arts college in Ottawa, KS, known for its private liberal arts, small class sizes, and business and education focus. With an acceptance rate of 78%, Ottawa University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 261 students each year. Ottawa University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 860–1100, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Ottawa University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $22,643 per year; the sticker price of $53,554 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
Ottawa University-Ottawa acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Ottawa University-Ottawa actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$54k/yr | $22.4k |
| 30k-48k | ~$54k/yr | $22.9k |
| 48k-75k | ~$54k/yr | $25.5k |
| 75k-110k | ~$54k/yr | $30.2k |
| 110k+ | ~$54k/yr | $30.8k |
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Outcomes & Campus