College comparison

Capital University vs Dordt University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Capital University Columbus, OH	Dordt University Sioux Center, IA
Acceptance rateDordt University is more selective	70%	68%
SAT (25–75)	910–1180	1070–1330
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,585	1,597
Avg net price	$22,576	$25,807
Median earnings (10 yr)Capital University reports higher median earnings	$54,143	$52,559
Graduation rate	60%	70%
Median debt	$26,889	$21,500
Economic mobility	0.9%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Capital University or Dordt University harder to get into?

Dordt University is more selective: Capital University's acceptance rate is approximately 70% and Dordt University's is approximately 68% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Capital University vs Dordt University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 910–1180 at Capital University and 1070–1330 at Dordt University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.