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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Surprise, AZ. Operating on a semester system.
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836
Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
3
Housing Buildings
Life in Surprise for Ottawa University-Surprise Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Surprise.
Timezone
Mountain Time (no DST)
Median Rent
$1,850
Cost of Living Index
105
Student Population
8,000
City Transportation
Walkability
27
Bikeability
35
Public Transit
Valley Metro Bus
Nearest Airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Hot desert (BWh)
Avg Annual Temp
73.5°F
Avg Snowfall
0 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
OUAZ Library
Not explicitly listed; typically follows campus academic building hours. Recommend confirming with campus directly.
Spirit Strength Center
Not explicitly listed; gym hours may vary by athletic schedule and season.
O'Dell Center
Not explicitly listed; typically open during campus business hours.
New & Improved Café
Monday–Friday: 7am–9pm; Weekends: 10am–2pm, 4pm–8pm
Residence Halls (Scholars Hall, Veritas Hall, Nova Hall)
24/7 for residents; office hours for staff may vary
Surprise Stadium
Varies by event; not open for general student use outside scheduled activities.
Campus News
Latest updates from Ottawa University-Surprise
Scheduled Health and Safety Inspections
The Office of Student Affairs/Experience is conducting routine health and safety inspections of student rooms and apartments. Notices will be posted in advance on each dwelling's door.
Health and Safety Inspections
Routine inspections to ensure safety in student accommodations.
OUAZ Receives Grant From Enterprise Mobility Foundation
OUAZ received a $25,000 grant to support Personal Growth Day Programming.
Aug 14, 2024
Coach Nesbitt to Step Down as Head Coach of OUAZ Football
OUAZ announced that Coach Nesbitt will step down as head coach of the football program.
Mar 10, 2025
Renowned Scholar Shelly C. Lowe to Address OUAZ Graduates
Shelly C. Lowe will be the keynote speaker for the OUAZ commencement ceremony.
May 1, 2024
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Ottawa University-Surprise
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 2 of 2 known dorm and housing options.
Union
Two Residential Structures (names not specified)
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@ottawa.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester 2026
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 3, 2026
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