Capital University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Columbus, Ohio with 1,585 undergraduates. It admits 70% of applicants, costs an average of $20,550 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Capital University acceptance rate and admissions
Capital University admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 450 to 590, math 460 to 590). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Capital University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Capital University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Capital University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $44,304 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,388 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,739 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $20,550 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $20,550 a year after grants and scholarships, $37,189 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Capital University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Capital University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $58,937 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 42% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Capital University majors and what graduates earn
Capital University awarded bachelor's degrees in 39 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business/managerial economics ($84,669).
All 39 majors at Capital University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Capital University
11 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 11 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Professional doctorate | 143 | $64,345 | $105,027 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 20 | n/a | $42,958 |
| Business administration | Master's | 20 | $92,997 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | Professional doctorate | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,585 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Capital University?
Capital University admitted 70% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Capital University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $44,304. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $20,550 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Capital University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 590 in reading and writing and 460 to 590 in math, and 18 to 25 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Capital University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Capital University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Capital University?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Capital University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $58,937 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.