Race & Ethnicity
Ottawa University has a diverse student body with 41% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Ottawa University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Ottawa University has a gender distribution of 42% female students and 58% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
52% of total enrollment
37% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Ottawa University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 69% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 4% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
69%
Traditional Age (18-21)
4%
Non-Traditional (25+)
11%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Ottawa University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 27% in-state residents, 71% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
27% of student body
71% of student body
2% of student body
States Represented
32 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
41%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
42%
Female Students
Global Reach
2%
International
Age Diversity
4%
Non-Traditional Age