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1001 S. Cedar St., Ottawa, KS 66067, USA

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position: 511
Tuition & fees per year: N/A
Acceptance rate: 80.00%
Median alumni salary: $49,101
Avg. SAT and ACT: 980 SAT, 18 ACT
Entrance difficulty: Moderate

What are the graduation rates for students at Ottawa University-Ottawa?

Graduation rates at Ottawa University-Ottawa are notably low compared to national standards. The overall graduation rate stands at 29%, placing the institution in the bottom 10% of colleges nationwide. This figure indicates that less than a third of students successfully complete their programs within the expected timeframe.

When broken down by gender, the disparities persist. Male students have a graduation rate of 27%, which ranks in the bottom 15%, while female students graduate at a slightly higher rate of 31%, yet this remains in the bottom 5% nationally. These statistics reflect challenges in student retention and progression for both men and women.

Further analysis reveals that the four-year graduation rate at Ottawa University-Ottawa is 23%, positioning it in the bottom 20% of institutions. Extending the window to six years only marginally improves the outcome, with a graduation rate of 29%, still within the bottom 10%. This suggests that a majority of students do not complete their bachelor's degrees even after six years of enrollment.

The retention rate, representing the percentage of first-year students who continue their studies into the second year, is 58%. This rate is considered low and is ranked in the bottom 15%, highlighting ongoing difficulties in maintaining student enrollment beyond initial admission.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Ottawa University-Ottawa?

Graduates from Ottawa University-Ottawa have varying earning potentials depending on their fields of study. Those who have completed degrees in Health and Medical Administrative Services tend to earn the highest among reported data, with an average income of $58,931. This reflects strong opportunities in healthcare management and administration roles.

Business-related degrees also offer reasonable earning prospects. For instance, graduates with a degree in Accounting and Related Services report average earnings of $47,803, while those in Business Administration, Management and Operations earn around $34,341. These figures suggest that business disciplines at Ottawa University-Ottawa can provide stable financial returns.

In the realm of human services and education, salaries are somewhat more modest but still notable. Human Services graduates average $36,858, while those specializing in Teacher Education and Professional Development for Specific Levels and Methods earn approximately $32,184. These roles often involve direct community impact and professional development paths.

Ottawa University-Ottawa Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 29%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 23%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 29%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

Ottawa University-Ottawa Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 1

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Career library
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Yes

Job fairs on campus

Yes

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

Ottawa University-Ottawa Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

235

Education

111021

Engineering

022

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

9413

Mathematics and Statistics

011

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

92332

Psychology

14822

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

101

Social Sciences

404

Visual and Performing Arts

303

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

92029

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

033

Education

358

Health Professions and Related Programs

101

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

101424