McPherson, KS · Ottawa, KS · Source: IPEDS federal database
| McPherson College | Ottawa University-Ottawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.8% | 80.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $35,162 | $35,300 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $35,162 | $35,300 |
| Average Net Price | $12,560 | $11,146 |
| Graduation Rate | 52.0% | 29.0% |
GradFax Analysis
McPherson College accepts 83.8% of applicants. Ottawa University-Ottawa accepts 80.0%. Tuition is close: $35,162 at McPherson College, $35,300 at Ottawa University-Ottawa. McPherson College graduates 52% of students in 6 years. Ottawa University-Ottawa graduates 29%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Ottawa University-Ottawa. It accepts 80.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
McPherson College has lower published tuition: $35,162 versus $35,300. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
McPherson College: 52% of students finish in 6 years. Ottawa University-Ottawa is at 29%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.