Denison University

Granville, OH
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    80 faculty · 339 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Biology17 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 11 #60 of 68 in Biology
    Jeff Thompson, Professor of Biology, Dean of the Faculty h-index 34
    Revolve around a branch of genetics called epigenetics. In short, epigenetics refers to non-DNA inheritable information that operates above-and-beyond the genetic instructions contained in cells. While genes serve as “recipes” to execute ce
    Notable: “BAFF-R, a Newly Identified TNF Receptor That Specifically Interacts with BAFF” (2001) · 893 citations
    Laura Allison Romano, Associate Professor h-index 24
    Developmental Biologist Pronouns She / Her / Hers Biography The favorite part of my job is teaching, whether as a mentor, academic advisor, research advisor, or course instructor. I enjoy the constant flow of students in and out of my offic
    Notable: “Chromatin three-dimensional interactions mediate genetic effects on gene expression” (2019) · 236 citations
    Jessica E. Rettig, Professor of Biology h-index 15
    Aquatic Ecology Pronouns She / Her / Hers Biography Dr. Rettig has been teaching at Denison since the fall of 2000 and currently is a full professor in the Biology Department and the Director of the Global Health Program. Dr. Rettig teaches
    Notable: “Perturbation and Resilience: A Long‐Term, Whole‐Lake Study of Predator Extinction and Reintroduction” (1995) · 200 citations
    Lina Yoo, Associate Professor h-index 13
    Cell Biologist Degree(s) B.S., Duke University; Ph.D., Washington University Learning & Teaching Courses Biol 210 Molecular Biology and Unicellular Life Biol 341 Immunology Biol 345 Eukaryotic Cell Biology Academic Positions Associate P
    Notable: “Mutations in the tyrosine phosphatase CD45 gene in a child with severe combined immunodeficiency disease” (2000) · 310 citations
    Courses: Nutrition Biology · Modern Topics in Biology · Special Topics in Biology for Non-Majors · Biology and Politics of Women's Health · Introductory Topics in Biology · Molecular Biology and Unicellular Life +34 more
    Economics17 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 6.2 #96 of 104 in Economics
    Fadhel Kaboub, Associate Professor h-index 11
    Es on financial sovereignty, job creation programs, youth unemployment, and the political economy of the Middle East. Details My research is in the Post Keynesian and Institutionalist tradition in the fields of macroeconomic theory and poli
    Notable: “Employment Guarantee Programs: A Survey of Theories and Policy Experiences” (2007) · 46 citations
    Emily Marshall, Associate Professor, Director of Quantitative Initiatives h-index 10
    Notable: “Heterogeneous gender effects under loss aversion in the economics classroom: A field experiment” (2015) · 26 citations
    Adam Walke, Assistant Professor h-index 9
    Notable: “Electricity consumption and metropolitan economic performance in Guangzhou: 1950–2013” (2017) · 36 citations
    Andrea L. Ziegert, Professor of Economics, John E. Harris Chair of Economics h-index 8
    Notable: “The Role of Personality Temperament and Student Learning in Principles of Economics: Further Evidence” (2000) · 113 citations
    Courses: Introductory Macroeconomics · Introductory Microeconomics · Introduction to Financial Accounting · Introductory Topics in Economics · Economic Justice · Economic Growth and Environmental Sustainability +34 more
    Psychology14 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 10.8 #70 of 89 in Psychology
    Robert Weis, Professor h-index 21
    Notable: “Development and initial validation of the Parent Behavior Inventory.” (1999) · 210 citations
    Nestor Matthews, Professor, Chair of Neuroscience h-index 16
    Notable: “Vehicle Detection and Recognition in Greyscale Imagery” (1995) · 108 citations
    Erin Henshaw, Professor h-index 15
    Notable: “Conceptualizing mental health care utilization using the health belief model.” (2009) · 178 citations
    Susan Kennedy, Associate Professor h-index 14
    Focused in two general areas of behavioral neuroscience and psychopharmacology. The first area is concerned with how animals' behavioral responses to stimulant drugs such as amphetamine might abe modified by previous drug experien
    Notable: “Prevention and Early Intervention of Anxiety Disorders in Inhibited Preschool Children.” (2005) · 510 citations
    Courses: Introduction to Psychology · Introductory Topics in Psychology · Research Methods and Statistics · Field Experience in Psychology · 200-level Special Topics courses · 200-level Special Topics Research Course +34 more
    Communication and Media10 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 3.7 #9 of 12 in Communication
    Sangeet Kumar, Associate Professor h-index 8
    Focused on the global dimensions of digital and popular culture. His ongoing projects explore the global dimensions of digital media infrastructures analyzing the social, cultural and political consequences of their growth and uptake in
    Notable: “The algorithmic dance: YouTube’s Adpocalypse and the gatekeeping of cultural content on digital platforms” (2019) · 76 citations
    Laurel B. Kennedy, Professor Emeritus of Communication h-index 1
    Suzanne Condray, Professor Emerita h-index 1
    Craig Pinkerton, Visiting Assistant Professor h-index 1
    Courses: Public Address · Introduction to News Writing and Reporting · Argumentation · Relating Through Narrating · Media Structures · Freedom of Speech +34 more
    Fine Arts7 faculty · 40 courses
    Christian Faur, Director of Collaborative Technologies for the Fine Arts
    Digital Media in the Arts Pronouns He / Him Biography Christian Faur joined Denison University in 2001. He is the director of collaborative technologies for the fine arts, a role that places him at the intersection of technology, teaching
    Justin Coleman, Associate Professor
    Ceramics Biography JstnClmn is Assistant Professor of Studio Art at Denison University, and a practicing artist working in sculpture and ceramics. Clmn is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (BFA 05) and the University of Delawa
    Keith Allyn Spencer, Associate Professor, Chair of Visual Arts
    Painting/Art Pronouns He / Him / His Biography The work of Keith Allyn Spencer is like a cartoon of painting. Always exploring new relationships to material and his environment, Spencer tries to undermine any obvious technical abilities, pr
    Micaela Vivero, Professor
    Courses: Visual Arts Praxis · Senior Exhibition · Art Gallery Talk & Symposium · Visual Arts: Making and Meaning · Introduction to Animation · Introduction to Drawing +34 more
    Government6 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 4 #96 of 100 in Political Science
    Malliga Och, Associate Professor h-index 9
    Comparative Politics, International Politics Pronouns She / Her Biography Originally from Germany and Thailand, Malliga Och joined Denison University as an Associate Professor in the Fall of 2023, after having taught at Idaho State Universi
    Notable: “Early birds, short tenures, and the double squeeze: how gender and age intersect with parliamentary representation” (2019) · 65 citations
    Heather N. Pool, Associate Professor, Chair of Politics & Public Affairs h-index 2
    Notable: “Writing Better Writing Assignments” (2014) · 5 citations
    Andrew McWard, Assistant Professor h-index 1
    International Relations Pronouns He / Him / His Degree(s) B.A., Hendrix College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Wisconsin–Madison Quick Links Fast Facts Academic Calendar Academic Programs Library News & Events Admission Virtual Tour Vis
    Anthony Ives, Assistant Professor
    Courses: PPA Off-Campus Experience · Selected Topics in American Politics · Introduction to Policymaking in Democracies · Special Topics in Comparative Politics · Selected Topics in International Politics · Introduction to Global Governance +34 more

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Denison University. Denison University in Granville, OH reports an overall acceptance rate of 19.5%, an early-round acceptance rate of 18.3%, an SAT middle 50% of 1270–1420, a class size of 636, and a yield of 26.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Liberal arts college with exceptional career outcomes and alumni network. Known for strong communication, cinema, and data analytics programs in a quintessential college town.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Denison University: key admissions facts

    Denison University's overall acceptance rate is 19.5% (the most recent Common Data Set). Denison University's early-round acceptance rate is 18.3% (the most recent Common Data Set). Denison University's SAT middle-50% range is 1270–1420 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Denison University is about 3.85 (the most recent Common Data Set). Denison University's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 26.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Denison University for families earning under $75,000 is about $12,012 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Denison University on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Denison University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $7,234 per year in net price at Denison University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $52,234 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $18,234 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Denison University: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$7,234
    $30,001–$48,000$10,567
    $48,001–$75,000$18,234
    $75,001–$110,000$32,567
    Over $110,000$52,234
    Tuition (before aid)$74,000
    Room and board$18,400

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Denison University?

    Denison University's overall acceptance rate is 19.5%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 18.3%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Denison University?

    Admitted students at Denison University typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1270–1420 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.85, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Denison University?

    Getting into Denison University is very difficult: it admits 19.5% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Denison University offer early decision or early action?

    Denison University offers early decision (binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 18.3%, versus 19.5% overall.

    How much does Denison University cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Denison University — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $12,012 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Denison University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $7,234 per year in net price at Denison University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $52,234 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $18,234 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Not sure how to read these numbers? Start with our guide on how to estimate your admission chances. Denison University offers a binding early-decision round, so weigh the trade-offs in our early decision vs. regular decision guide before committing.