Take the first step toward your degree.
Admissions Requirements
A great way to start is to download our admission checklist. Use this helpful list to stay on task as you apply for admission. In addition, your enrollment advisor is always available to assist you.
First-Year Students
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College preparation coursework and corresponding GPA
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ACT/SAT scores
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Essay
Transfer Students
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College coursework and corresponding GPA
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Academic earned-to-attempted percentage
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Essay
Non-High School Graduates
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Minimum GED score of 450
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Essay
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ACT/SAT scores (required only for scholarship purposes)
International Students
Please
click here for international student requirements.
Admissions Essay Requirements
As part of the requirements for consideration of admission to Ottawa University, all first-year, non-high school graduates and transfer students are required to write a short essay.
Essay Topic
A maximum two-page, double-spaced paper telling us about your
"Sense of Purpose at Ottawa University, what you bring to Ottawa University and what you expect Ottawa University will provide to you."
Completed essays are to be submitted directly to:
Ottawa University Office of Admissions
1001 South Cedar Street, # 17
Ottawa, Kansas 66067