Ottawa University Demographics & Diversity Overview

45%
Minority Students
37%
Female Students
2%
International
32
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

Ottawa University has a diverse student body with 45% 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

White
52.7%(428)
Hispanic
17.2%(140)
African American
17.9%(145)
Asian
1.4%(11)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.4%(11)
Pacific Islander
1.0%(8)
Two or More Races
7.3%(59)
Unknown
1.2%(10)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color45%
Total Enrollment953
International Students2%

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 37% female students and 63% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
63.4%(541)
Women
36.6%(312)

Gender Statistics

Men541

57% of total enrollment

Women312

33% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

Ottawa University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

10%

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 31% in-state residents, 67% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
30.9%(75)
Out-of-State
66.7%(162)
International
2.5%(6)

Regional Representation

In-State75

31% of student body

Out-of-State162

67% of student body

International6

2% of student body

States Represented

32 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

45%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

37%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age