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Tiffin University

Tiffin University

Tiffin, OH · Town · 2,051 students
WebsiteCommon AppScorecard
Application deadlines: Check the admissions site
$26,500
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
41%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
54% typical
$35,942
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$55,177 typical
80%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Located in northwest Ohio, Tiffin University is best known for its career-oriented curriculum, particularly its standout programs in criminal justice, forensic science, cybersecurity, and sports management. The university distinguishes itself through specialized experiential learning facilities—such as a dedicated Crime Scene House and state-of-the-art forensic labs—alongside deep professional partnerships that create clear pathways into law enforcement, government, and corporate sectors. Campus life offers a close-knit, practical student experience anchored by competitive NCAA Division II athletics, an innovative commercial music program, and personalized faculty mentorship.

Wikipedia:Tiffin University is a private university in Tiffin, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1888.

Location
Tiffin, OH, 44883 · Town campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
CLE · Cleveland
72 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$34,790
Housing & food (on campus)$12,298
Books & supplies$3,000
Cost of attendance$55,155
Average net price$26,500
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$34,790
Housing & food (on campus)$12,298
Books & supplies$3,000
Cost of attendance$55,155
Average net price$26,500
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.tiffin.edu
How it’s made up · 2026-27
Tiffin University’s own figures for 2026-2027, newer than the 2024-25 federal figures above, so the amounts differ.
Tuition$35,700
Books & supplies$3,000
Personal expenses$2,000
Transportation$1,000
Total published by the school$55,155
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$24,278
$30–48k
$22,255
$48–75k
$24,974
$75–110k
$29,205
$110k+
$29,977
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
41%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
32%
Back for yr 2
72%
Transferred
32%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
47% graduated · 31% transferred · 22% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$42,475
10 yrs after entry$35,942
Debt
Median at graduation$27,000
Monthly payment$286
Middle 50% owe$6.5k–$27.5k
90th percentile$39,213
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
80%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
986
R 470–555 · M 440–555
SAT middle 50%: 910–1110
40080012001600

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Student Body
Gender
Men 50%Women 50%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
22 : 1
Pell grant
31%
First-gen
38%
Family income
$42,858
Independent
29%
Age at entry
23.0
Part-time
18%
Race & ethnicity
White
53%
Hispanic
1%
Black
16%
Asian
2%
Two or more
5%
Non-resident
6%
Unknown
18%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division II with football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Men's · Women's
  • Other Sports
    Women's · Co-ed
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$42,475
After 10 yrs
$35,942
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology46
Business Administration, Management and Operations44
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness35
Criminal Justice and Corrections35
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other32
Security Science and Technology25
Marketing23
Accounting and Related Services19
Research and Experimental Psychology16
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions16
Psychology, Other12
Human Resources Management and Services12
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications11
Music10
Communication and Media Studies9
Health and Medical Administrative Services6
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$23M
Full-time faculty
100%
Faculty salary
$7,387/mo
Teaching spend
$4,796
per student
Federal loans
50%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (larger programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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