C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
67/100 · earnings-weighted

The University of Findlay

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Findlay, Ohio 45840
The University of Findlay campus, Findlay, OH
The University of Findlay campus, Findlay, OH. Photo: Alvin Trusty, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 63%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
F
8/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

5,057
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
86%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The University of Findlay, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$56,996
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$49,757
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,439
Median debt at graduation
57.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
23
Median ACT
14.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 68th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at The University of Findlay

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians$67,266$94,131+42%——$26,500
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$68,678$73,397-17%#913 of 966#884$26,000
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$62,752$71,024+0%#116 of 253#107$18,204
Accounting and Related Services$49,357$70,025-8%#484 of 796#401—
Marketing$47,464$68,336-1%#224 of 516#165$25,412
Business Administration, Management and Operations$45,089$66,815-2%#491 of 1176#353$25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$63,397+16%#78 of 610#54$27,000
Biology$19,944$51,419-10%#639 of 841#542$27,000
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs—$47,760-23%#43 of 48#41$24,250
Animal Sciences$34,595$46,977-5%#57 of 78#39$26,000
Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs$27,043$46,798-6%#7 of 8#4$26,000
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services$22,211$46,301+15%#2 of 8#2$26,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$33,154$40,822-14%#626 of 680#608$19,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $247,731
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,345/mo — vs ~$578/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45872 (5.3% cap, North Baltimore)

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🏆 Where The University of Findlay Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician
of 3 schools
#5
Equestrian/Equine Studies
of 7 schools
#6
Pre-Veterinary Studies
of 6 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $38,176 $38,176
Room $5,200
Board $5,800
Total Cost (On-Campus) $55,150 $55,150

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
27%
Receive Pell Grants
97%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 179 grads/yr Medical Informatics 104 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 92 grads/yr Pre-Veterinary Studies 84 grads/yr Education, General 58 grads/yr Pharmacy 53 grads/yr Equestrian/Equine Studies 50 grads/yr Environmental/Environmental Engineering Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 34 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 29 grads/yr Animal Sciences, General 25 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 22 grads/yr Physician Assistant 19 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 19 grads/yr Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 16 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 16 grads/yr Psychology, General 14 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 14 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 13 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The University of Findlay's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

5,057
Total Students
64%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Hispanic 4%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Findlay?
The University of Findlay has an acceptance rate of 86%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Findlay?
Tuition at The University of Findlay is $38,176 for in-state students and $38,176 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The University of Findlay?
The graduation rate at The University of Findlay is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The University of Findlay a good school?
The University of Findlay has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend The University of Findlay?
The University of Findlay has a total enrollment of 5,057 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology