B+
Very Good
Score: 70/100

Denison University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Granville, Ohio 43023
🌐 https://www.denison.edu/
Outcomes
A
87/100
Affordability
F
14/100
Resources
A
83/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
B+
76/100

Quick Stats

2,405
Total Enrollment
80%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
17%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Denison University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $531,375
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,161/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43062 (4.7% cap, Pataskala)

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🏆 Where Denison University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Sports Studies
of 6 schools
#11
International Business/Trade/Commerce
of 70 schools
#14
Mass Communication/Media Studies
of 94 schools
#22
Data Science, General
of 64 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $64,000 $64,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $81,900 $81,900

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
13%
Receive Pell Grants
57%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,405
Total Students
52%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 7%
Black 5%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 17%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Denison University?
Denison University has an acceptance rate of 17%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Denison University?
Tuition at Denison University is $64,000 for in-state students and $64,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Denison University?
The graduation rate at Denison University is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Denison University a good school?
Denison University has a Repit College Score of 70/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Denison University?
Denison University has a total enrollment of 2,405 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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B
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C+
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology