Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Granville, Ohio |
| Online | denison.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Denison University is a private liberal arts institution situated on a hilltop campus in Granville, Ohio, located 27 miles east of Columbus. Founded in 1831, the college occupies 931 acres featuring distinctive red brick Georgian-style architecture and expansive views of the Welsh Hills. The institution maintains a strong focus on undergraduate education in the liberal arts and sciences, with notable programs in economics, biology, communication, and fine arts. The campus is primarily residential, with most students living in traditional dormitories or apartment-style housing arranged around academic quadrangles. Denison competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Big Red, participating in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Denison is rated within the top 20% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Denison University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#98 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#87 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#316 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1300/1470 |
| ACT | 29/32 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.76 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $15,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,900 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 28% |
| Biology | 10% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=202523 IPEDS survey data for Denison University.
Current students may use the Denison University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025