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The University of Findlay

Findlay, OH·Private nonprofit·2,240 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

86%
Accept
2,240
Students
$23,731
Net Price
63%
Grad Rate
$49,100
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

The University of Findlay is a private nonprofit institution located in Findlay, Ohio with approximately 2,240 undergraduate students enrolled. The University of Findlay has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 86%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,731 per year. The graduation rate is 63%, and the typical graduate earns $49,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Findlay is a private liberal arts university in Findlay, Ohio, United States. It was established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God General Conference and the city of Findlay. The University of Findlay has nearly 80 undergraduate programs of study leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers 11 master's degrees and five doctorate-level degree programs. Nearly 4,200 students from approximately 35 countries are enrolled at Findlay with an international student population of approximately 500. Approximately 1,250 students live on campus in university housing. The University of Findlay has a 76-acre (31 ha) main campus and five off-campus facilities.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 63% graduation rate and 72% freshman retention suggest that a meaningful chunk of students either leave or don't finish, which is worth asking about before enrolling. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively modest $19,500, and with nearly 80 undergraduate programs including strong health and equestrian studies offerings, there's real academic variety for a school this size. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, career-focused private college in the Midwest, but push the admissions office hard on support services and why students leave.

Founded
1882
Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing19%
Health Professions19%
Education9%
Computer Science5%
Biological Sciences4%
Psychology4%
Communications1%
Mathematics1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$39,646
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,646
Avg Net Price
$23,731
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants14%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
63%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
72%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$49,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$49,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.5x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White75%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,240 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

The University of Findlay

1000 North Main Street

Findlay, OH 45840-3653

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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