Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Columbus, Ohio |
| Online | capital.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Lutheran Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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Located in Columbus, Ohio, Capital University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Evangelical Lutheran Church faith. In the most recent statistical year 4,794 prospective students applied, and 3,457 were granted admission. Of those admitted 723 enrolled in the school. 2,799 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 414 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $36,552 plus fees of $320. Capital University is ranked 477 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Capital University is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Capital University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#477 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#332 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#18 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#302 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#11 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1210 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.44 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $320 |
| Room and Board | $11,264 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,440 |
| Total One Year Cost | $52,176 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Education | 12% |
| Business | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Human Services | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=201548 IPEDS survey data for Capital University.
Current students may use the Capital University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.