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Ottawa University-Surprise

Surprise, AZPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Less Selective • 78% Acceptance
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78%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$33,393
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
836
Students
Small campus body
$49,139
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Ottawa University-Surprise is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Surprise, AZ. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 836 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 78%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
836 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
78% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading440 - 590
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math400 - 570
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite16 - 21
1typical 50% range36
78%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing25% of degrees
Biological Sciences6% of degrees
Engineering3% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,317
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $29,198
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $67,727
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Human Resources Management and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,759
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $30,736
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Human Resources Management and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Special Education and Teaching.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$33,393
In-State Tuition$35,880
Out-of-State Tuition$35,880
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

40%
Pell Grants
73%
Take Loans
47%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$49,139
+13% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,552

Completion Signals

18%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
50%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$135/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

66%
Men
34%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 66% men and 34% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
40%
Part-Time Share
7%
Avg Family Income
$49,556
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