Capital University: Review & Facts

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Capital University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 2,620 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1830 and is one of the 17 schools and colleges located in Columbus, Ohio.

Capital University is affiliated with Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Academic Offerings

Bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, and doctoral degree are available at Capital University.

Majors
Offered
72
Capital University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and lets you to select from 72 majors. The most popular concentrations are Law, Education, Nursing, Management, and Psychology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. Nevertheless, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The rate of student retention at Capital University is fair at 78% (above Ohio average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
78%
Good
The graduation rate at Capital University is average: 61%.

Student to faculty ratio at Capital University is good -- 9:1. Find out more details regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition pricing is extremely high, around $39,900 a year. The additional fees at Capital University beyond tuition are approximately $500; this comes to $40,400 annually.

Read the details about Capital University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
72%
Doable
According to government data, 4,370 applications were submitted and 3,153 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to get accepted at this school.

This college will consider accepting your dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Capital University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$6,100
Medium
Capital University offers a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Capital University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
Capital University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 1,600 students, which offers a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable - nearly $6,100 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Capital University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, Capital University appears to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Capital University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Capital University
1 College and Main
Columbus, Ohio
43209-2394, USA
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