Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
16.93%
SAT Average
1,395
ACT Range
29-32
Denison University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 16.93%. This means approximately 169 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,398 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
16.93%
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 | $64,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $76,900 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $38,111 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 12.80% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 52.44% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Denison University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,000
Room and board
$15,400
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$76,900
Average net price
$38,111
Average aid coverage
50%
$38,789 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Denison University pays approximately $38,111 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 Denison University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Denison University net price
$38,111
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Denison University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,000 and average net price at $38,111. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,000
Current net price
$38,111
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)
80.06%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$67,753
Undergraduates
2,398
10-Year Median Earnings - Denison University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Denison University graduates earn about 1.6x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Denison University?
Undergraduates
2,398
Completion rate
80.06%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
12.80%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
52.44%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 12.80% of Denison University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 52.44% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Denison 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 Denison University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Denison 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
Denison University is listed at 100 West College Street, Granville, OH 43023. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Denison 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denison University | 16.93% | $64,000 | $38,111 | $67,753 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison University's acceptance rate?
Denison University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 16.93%.
How much is Denison University tuition?
Denison University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,000.
What is Denison University's average net price?
Denison University's average net price in the local dataset is $38,111.
What does Denison University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $15,093 for Denison University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Denison University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $67,753 for Denison University.
Is Denison University accredited?
Denison University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Denison University?
The local dataset lists 2,398 undergraduate students at Denison University.
What percentage of Denison University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Denison University in the local dataset is 12.80%.
What is the federal loan rate at Denison University?
The federal loan rate for Denison University in the local dataset is 52.44%.
Where should I verify Denison University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Denison University or the latest official federal education data.