Tiffin University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Tiffin, Ohio with 2,051 undergraduates. It admits 80% of applicants, costs an average of $26,131 a year after grants and graduates 42% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Tiffin University acceptance rate and admissions
Tiffin University admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 470 to 555, math 440 to 555). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Tiffin University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Tiffin University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Tiffin University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $36,500 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,882 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $50,227 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,131 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,131 a year after grants and scholarships, $24,096 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Tiffin University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Tiffin University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $37,551 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,375 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 65% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Tiffin University majors and what graduates earn
Tiffin University awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($74,964).
All 27 majors at Tiffin University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Tiffin University
22 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 22 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human resources | Master's | 41 | $67,063 | $29,175 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 36 | $50,426 | $33,285 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other | Master's | 29 | $56,398 | $29,880 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 24 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | Doctoral | 23 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology, Other | Master's | 21 | $51,999 | $27,955 |
| Psychology | Master's | 19 | n/a | $38,171 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 17 | $50,873 | $25,280 |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | Master's | 12 | $106,841 | n/a |
| Marketing | Master's | 12 | $72,090 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 9 | $50,295 | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 9 | $62,788 | n/a |
| Criminology | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| International business | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 2 | $63,968 | n/a |
| Philosophy | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,051 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 50% women, 50% men
- 22 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Tiffin University?
Tiffin University admitted 80% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Tiffin University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $36,500. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,131 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Tiffin University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 470 to 555 in reading and writing and 440 to 555 in math, and 15 to 21 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Tiffin University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Tiffin University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Tiffin University?
42% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Tiffin University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $37,551 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.