Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Tiffin, Ohio |
| Online | tiffin.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Tiffin University is a private institution located in Tiffin, Ohio, approximately 55 miles southeast of Toledo. The university, founded in 1888, operates from a suburban 130-acre campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the recently constructed Heminger Center. Known for its programs in criminal justice, business administration, and homeland security, Tiffin University maintains a teaching-focused academic environment with selective admission standards. The university houses students in several residence halls across campus and competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Dragons, participating in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Tiffin University is rated within the lower 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Tiffin University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#942 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#558 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#40 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#30 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#145 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 870/1120 |
| ACT | 15/22 |
| GPA | 3.11 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $3,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,500 |
| Room and Board | $12,650 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,550 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 50% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 30% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 3% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 2% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025