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Tiffin University

Tiffin University

Tiffin, OH · Town · 2,051 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Town
Small (<3k)
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
Cost
Cost of attendance
$48,004
Avg net price
$26,500
Room & board
$12,298
Tuition
$34,790
Books & supplies
$3,000/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$24,278
$30–48k
$22,255
$48–75k
$24,974
$75–110k
$29,205
$110k+
$29,977
Admissions
Admit rate
80%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
986
Reading 470555
Math 440555
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

Tiffin University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
41%
4-yr on-time completion
32%
1st-yr retention
72%
Transfer-out rate
32%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
47%
Transferred
31%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
22%
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,475
Median earnings (10yr)
$35,942
Median debt
$27,000
Monthly loan payment
$286
Debt range (25th–75th)
$6,500$27,500
Debt (90th percentile)
$39,213
Student Body
Men 50%Women 50%
22
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
31%
First-generation
38%
Median family income
$42,858
Independent students
29%
Avg age at entry
23.0
Part-time students
18%
Race & ethnicity
White
53%
Hispanic
1%
Black
16%
Asian
2%
Two or more
5%
Non-resident
6%
Unknown
18%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$42,475
10 years after entry
$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
Endowment
$23M
Classification
Master's (Large)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
100%
Avg faculty salary
$7,387/mo
Instructional spend/student
$4,796
Federal loan rate
50%

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