C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
23/100 · earnings-weighted

Tiffin University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Tiffin, Ohio 44883
Tiffin University campus, Tiffin, OH
Tiffin University campus, Tiffin, OH. Photo: Christopher Michel, CC BY 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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
B
71/100
Prestige
D
30/100

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

3,598
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$35,942
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,475
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
39.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
986
Average SAT
31.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 75% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 6th 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 Tiffin University

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
Business Administration, Management and Operations$52,754$74,964+10%#239 of 1176#139$21,301
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services$46,145$71,296+5%#5 of 15#2$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$44,823$66,059+19%#56 of 660#29$27,000
Accounting and Related Services$53,517$64,927-15%#621 of 796#538$21,359
Marketing$35,165$63,802-8%#322 of 516#248$26,000
Computer and Information Sciences$62,718—————
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$58,862+8%#140 of 610#110$27,000
Security Science and Technology$38,994$57,509-1%#24 of 45#20$27,000
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology$38,989$50,934+1%#34 of 59#28$27,000
Psychology—$50,430-1%#6 of 9#6$23,386
Human Resources Management and Services$47,095—————

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: $194,554
  • Avg rent near campus: $962/mo — vs ~$698/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44815 (4.9% cap, Bettsville)

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🏆 Where Tiffin University Ranks

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

#11
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
of 15 schools
#11
Psychology, Other
of 16 schools
#15
Forensic Psychology
of 17 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $30,900 $30,900
Room $6,280
Board $5,600
Total Cost (On-Campus) $48,550 $48,550

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
83%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other 59 grads/yr Psychology, Other 54 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 50 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 50 grads/yr Forensic Psychology 44 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 37 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 35 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 34 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 29 grads/yr Philosophy 24 grads/yr Accounting 22 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 21 grads/yr Organizational Behavior Studies 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 19 grads/yr Finance, General 18 grads/yr Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other 17 grads/yr Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 17 grads/yr Criminalistics and Criminal Science 16 grads/yr Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare 15 grads/yr Social Psychology 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Tiffin University's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr 55,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 52,500 jobs
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling
$77k/yr 43,200 jobs
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 15,400 jobs
Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors
$46k/yr 370,100 jobs
Coaches and scouts
$46k/yr 306,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,598
Total Students
55%
Women
65%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 1%
Black 15%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 19%
Fully Online 49%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Tiffin University?
Tiffin University has an acceptance rate of 80%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Tiffin University?
Tuition at Tiffin University is $30,900 for in-state students and $30,900 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Tiffin University?
The graduation rate at Tiffin University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Tiffin University a good school?
Tiffin University has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Tiffin University?
Tiffin University has a total enrollment of 3,598 students.

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