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About Ottawa University-Surprise

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Ottawa University-Surprise is a private liberal arts college in Surprise, AZ, known for its private baccalaureate college, small class sizes, and selective admissions. With an acceptance rate of 29%, Ottawa University is selective, typically enrolling around 248 students each year. Ottawa University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 980–1230, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Ottawa University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $15,644 per year; the sticker price of $52,600 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Ottawa University-Surprise acceptance rate and admitted student profile

selective

29%
Overall Accept Rate
1105
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 980 – 1230 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Ottawa University-Surprise

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Essay Strategy
Ottawa University has a faith-based heritage rooted in Baptist Christian values, so if faith, service, or community are meaningful parts of your life, weave that into your personal statement or activity descriptions to show genuine fit with the school's mission.
Application Strategy
Ottawa University's Surprise campus is a smaller, career-focused campus in the West Valley of Phoenix, so highlight in your application any specific programs or professional goals that match what this campus offers, rather than treating it like a large research university.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Ottawa University-Surprise actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$53k/yr$28.6k
30k-48k~$53k/yr$30.1k
48k-75k~$53k/yr$31.3k
75k-110k~$53k/yr$35.7k
110k+~$53k/yr$35.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

23%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$49k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
748
Undergrad Enrollment
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