Tiffin University Admission Requirements

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Tiffin University Admission Overview

Tiffin University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Tiffin University admitted 80% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.11 GPA (B) and SAT 910-1110 / ACT 15-21. Tiffin University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Tiffin University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Tiffin University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

80%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Tiffin University acceptance rate is 80%. Last year, 4,762 of 5,949 applicants were admitted. That is the 41st lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Tiffin University and can you get accepted?

Tiffin University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Tiffin University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.11. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Tiffin University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.11

Typical High School Grades

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.11

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Tiffin University typically have around a 3.11 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Tiffin University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #68 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Tiffin University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	0.58%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	13.71%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	16.62%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	17.9%	Avg +
3.00 to 3.24	18.97%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	20.81%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	10.51%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.9%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Tiffin University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

910-1110

Freshmen who sent SAT

21%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 470
Math 440
Composite 910

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 555
Math 555
Composite 1110

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Tiffin University typically score around a 1010 SAT (middle 50% 910–1110) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 41st percentile nationally. Tiffin University ranks #40 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 910 to 1110

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Tiffin University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Tiffin University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1110+	Above 75th	>88%
1010 to 1110	Avg +	80%-88%
910 to 1010	Avg -	68%-80%
Below 910	Below mid-50	<68%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Tiffin University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

15-21

Freshmen reporting ACT

50%

25th Percentile Scores

English 14
Math 16
Composite 15

75th Percentile Scores

English 21
Math 21
Composite 21

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Tiffin University typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 15–21) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Tiffin University places #53 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 15 to 21

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Tiffin University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Tiffin University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
21+	Above 75th	>88%
18 to 21	Avg +	80%-88%
15 to 18	Avg -	68%-80%
Below 15	Below mid-50	<68%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Tiffin University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,348	3,598	5,949
Accepted	1,997	2,765	4,762
Acceptance Rate	85%	77%	80%
Enrolled	222	295	517
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	11%	11%	11%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Tiffin University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Tiffin University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Tiffin University is $75.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Tiffin University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Tiffin University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 80% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.11 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (910-1110); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025