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Denison University

Granville, Ohio · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$51,352

Acceptance Rate

17%

Graduation Rate

82%

Annual Tuition

$64,000

At a Glance

Total Students

2,398

Retention Rate

89%

Faculty Ratio

9

Financial Aid

52%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Denison University is a private, non-profit institution with a student body of 2,398. The university has a highly selective admissions process, accepting only 16.9% of applicants. The university boasts a strong retention rate of 88.7% and an 82.4% graduation rate. The annual tuition cost is $64,000, and 52.4% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Denison University experience positive financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,519. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $51,352, and ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $67,753. The median debt for students is $26,000.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$39k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$68k

10 YEARS

Top 29% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Denison University alumni earn a median of $38,519. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $51,352. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $67,753. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.

Denison University has a high retention rate of 88.7% and an 82.4% graduation rate. The university has a low acceptance rate of 16.9%. Over half of the students, 52.4%, receive financial aid. The annual in-state tuition is $64,000.

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Campus Location

Granville, Ohio

Granville, OH 43023

Denison University is located in Granville, Ohio. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Denison University has an acceptance rate of 16.9%.