Denison University
Granville, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Denison University
Denison University is a private liberal arts college in Granville, Ohio, United States. One of the earliest colleges established in the former Northwest Territory, Denison University was founded in 1831. It was first called the Granville Literary and Theological Institution, later took the name Granville College, and, in the mid-1850s, was renamed Denison University, in honor of William S. Denison, a major early benefactor. The college enrolled 2,400 students in fall 2025. Students choose from 65 academic programs and 4 pre-professional programs. The college's intercollegiate athletic teams compete in the North Coast Athletic Conference, fielding 26 varsity teams in the NCAA Division III. Denison is a member of the Five Colleges of Ohio and the Great Lakes Colleges Association.
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17%
Acceptance
$40,007
Net price
2,380
Enrollment
79%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
17%
Acceptance rate
1,410
SAT average
30
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$40,007
Average net price
$67,000
In-state tuition
$67,000
Out-of-state tuition
$16,400
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$81,900
Total cost of attendance
13%
Students receiving Pell grants
51%
Students with federal loans
$26,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$67,753
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$51,352
Median earnings (6 yrs)
79%
Graduation rate
89%
Retention rate
85%
Earn more than a HS grad
$25,080
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,380
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
17%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Denison University FAQ
Is Denison University a public or private school?
Denison University is a private nonprofit institution located in Granville, OH.
What is the acceptance rate at Denison University?
Denison University has an acceptance rate of 17%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Denison University cost?
The average annual net price at Denison University is $40,007 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $67,000.
What is the graduation rate at Denison University?
About 79% of students at Denison University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Denison University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Denison University students earn a median of $67,753 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Denison University?
Admitted students at Denison University have an average SAT score of 1,410 and an ACT midpoint of 30. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Denison University?
Denison University enrolls about 2,380 students.
Campus
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