Capital University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Columbus, OH. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Capital's 2024 tuition & fees is $41,788 for the academic year 2023-2024. 92% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $27,294.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 2,617 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).

Capital's acceptance rate is 72.99% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.99%. The median SAT scores is 1110 and the ACT socre is 22.

Capital ranked 16th in Ohio Colleges rankings. Capital University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Capital University is $41,788. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,270.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $43,277 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,310.

Undergraduate$41,788
Graduate$13,270
Undergraduate$43,277
Graduate$13,310

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »72.99% Acceptance Rate / 12.99% Yield
Test Scores »1,110 SAT / 22 ACT
Graduation Rate »61%
Retention Rate78%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio11.11% (9 to 1)
Student Population »2,617 (1,938 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$27,294

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Capital University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Capital
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Capital University Directory Information

Address1 College and Main, Columbus, OH 43209-2394
Phone614-236-6011
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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