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McPherson College vs Ottawa University-Ottawa

McPherson, KS · Ottawa, KS · Source: IPEDS federal database

McPherson CollegeOttawa University-Ottawa
Acceptance Rate76.8%83.0%
In-State Tuition$37,310$35,880
Out-of-State Tuition$37,310$35,880
Average Net Price$27,110$28,185
Graduation Rate34.0%28.0%
Total Enrollment878999
Student-Faculty Ratio1612

GradFax Analysis

McPherson College accepts 76.8% of applicants. Ottawa University-Ottawa accepts 83.0%. Tuition is close: $37,310 at McPherson College, $35,880 at Ottawa University-Ottawa. McPherson College graduates 34% of students in 6 years. Ottawa University-Ottawa graduates 28%.

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

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, McPherson College or Ottawa University-Ottawa?

McPherson College. It accepts 76.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is McPherson College or Ottawa University-Ottawa more affordable?

McPherson College, on average. After aid, students pay $27,110/year versus $28,185/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?

McPherson College: 34% of students finish in 6 years. Ottawa University-Ottawa is at 28%.

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.