Ottawa University-Milwaukee
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Ottawa University-Milwaukee, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 39% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 69th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WI wage index 0.92). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Ottawa University-Milwaukee
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $76,207 | $92,782 | +4% | #252 of 966 | #214 | $19,225 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $75,385 | $82,317 | +40% | #13 of 275 | #7 | $20,738 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $51,664 | $72,368 | -5% | #423 of 796 | #390 | $20,696 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $49,063 | $66,759 | -2% | #102 of 187 | #88 | $21,941 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $51,627 | $64,798 | -5% | #589 of 1176 | #507 | $20,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $33,465 | $59,445 | +5% | #182 of 660 | #119 | $22,500 |
| Human Services | $35,168 | $52,309 | +8% | #24 of 94 | #8 | $24,300 |
| Psychology | $39,596 | $43,959 | -13% | #841 of 1027 | #808 | $19,250 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Ottawa University-Milwaukee Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $515,086
- Avg rent near campus: $2,098/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53222 (4.6% cap, Milwaukee)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,976 | $11,976 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Ottawa University-Milwaukee's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Ottawa University-Milwaukee a good school?
- Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology