Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
73.17%
SAT Average
1,118
ACT Range
18-25
Capital University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 73.17%. This means approximately 732 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,709 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
73.17%
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 | $41,788 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $41,788 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $54,086 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $23,585 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 31.01% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 72.19% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Capital University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$41,788
Room and board
$13,446
Books and supplies
$1,800
Other expenses
$3,142
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$54,086
Average net price
$23,585
Average aid coverage
56%
$30,501 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Capital University pays approximately $23,585 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Ohio average of $17,854 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Capital University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Capital University net price
$23,585
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Capital University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $41,788 and average net price at $23,585. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$41,788
Current net price
$23,585
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)
65.54%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,143
Undergraduates
1,709
10-Year Median Earnings - Capital University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Capital University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Capital University?
Undergraduates
1,709
Completion rate
65.54%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
31.01%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
72.19%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 31.01% of Capital University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 72.19% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Capital University
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 Capital University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Capital University 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
Capital University is listed at 1 College and Main, Columbus, OH 43209-2394. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Capital University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital University | 73.17% | $41,788 | $23,585 | $54,143 |
| Chamberlain University-Ohio | 75.00% | $19,686 | $32,074 | $92,405 |
| Case Western Reserve University | 28.68% | $64,671 | $38,909 | $87,989 |
| Ohio Northern University | 73.35% | $37,800 | $25,727 | $80,928 |
| Four County Career Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $77,338 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Columbus schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Columbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital University's acceptance rate?
Capital University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 73.17%.
How much is Capital University tuition?
Capital University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $41,788.
What is Capital University's average net price?
Capital University's average net price in the local dataset is $23,585.
What does Capital University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,774 for Capital University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Capital University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,143 for Capital University.
Is Capital University accredited?
Capital University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Capital University?
The local dataset lists 1,709 undergraduate students at Capital University.
What percentage of Capital University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Capital University in the local dataset is 31.01%.
What is the federal loan rate at Capital University?
The federal loan rate for Capital University in the local dataset is 72.19%.
Where should I verify Capital University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Capital University or the latest official federal education data.