Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
39.88%
SAT Average
978
ACT Range
15-21
Ottawa University-Surprise Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 39.88%. This means approximately 399 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 768 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
39.88%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $35,300 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $35,300 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $51,400 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $35,081 | State avg: $19,498. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.45% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 77.97% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ottawa University-Surprise Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$35,300
Room and board
$15,340
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$3,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$51,400
Average net price
$35,081
Average aid coverage
32%
$16,319 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ottawa University-Surprise pays approximately $35,081 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Arizona average of $19,498 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ottawa University-Surprise?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Arizona and national averages.
Ottawa University-Surprise net price
$35,081
Arizona average
$19,498
National average
$17,506
Ottawa University-Surprise Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $35,300 and average net price at $35,081. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$35,300
Current net price
$35,081
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
22.52%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$55,552
Undergraduates
768
10-Year Median Earnings - Ottawa University-Surprise vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ottawa University-Surprise graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ottawa University-Surprise?
Undergraduates
768
Completion rate
22.52%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.45%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
77.97%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.45% of Ottawa University-Surprise students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 77.97% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ottawa University-Surprise
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Ottawa University-Surprise's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ottawa University-Surprise lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Ottawa University-Surprise is listed at 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ 85374. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ottawa University-Surprise with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa University-Surprise | 39.88% | $35,300 | $35,081 | $55,552 |
| Chamberlain University-Arizona | 87.50% | $20,462 | $37,002 | $92,405 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott | 75.19% | $42,204 | $39,983 | $84,131 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science - Arizona | Not available | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Alliant International University - Phoenix | Not available | $13,918 | Not available | $66,666 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ottawa University-Surprise's acceptance rate?
Ottawa University-Surprise's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 39.88%.
How much is Ottawa University-Surprise tuition?
Ottawa University-Surprise's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $35,300.
What is Ottawa University-Surprise's average net price?
Ottawa University-Surprise's average net price in the local dataset is $35,081.
What does Ottawa University-Surprise cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $30,933 for Ottawa University-Surprise students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Ottawa University-Surprise's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $55,552 for Ottawa University-Surprise.
Is Ottawa University-Surprise accredited?
Ottawa University-Surprise's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ottawa University-Surprise?
The local dataset lists 768 undergraduate students at Ottawa University-Surprise.
What percentage of Ottawa University-Surprise students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ottawa University-Surprise in the local dataset is 37.45%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ottawa University-Surprise?
The federal loan rate for Ottawa University-Surprise in the local dataset is 77.97%.
Where should I verify Ottawa University-Surprise data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ottawa University-Surprise or the latest official federal education data.