Heidelberg University
Heidelberg University is a private research university in Tiffin, Ohio, enrolling about 915 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 85.79% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,466 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $33,650
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,556 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.79% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 915 98.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 51.98%
- Average ACT Score: 22
Heidelberg University: what the data shows
Common questions about Heidelberg University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Heidelberg University?
Heidelberg University is located in Tiffin, OH (ZIP 44883-2462).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Heidelberg University public or private?
Heidelberg University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Heidelberg University cost?
Published tuition: $33,650.
Average net price after aid: $20,556.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,217 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,974 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,556 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,376 |
| $110,001+ | $26,286 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $134,600.
How hard is it to get into Heidelberg University?
Admission rate: 85.79%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: midpoint ACT 22.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Heidelberg University?
Total enrollment: 915 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Heidelberg University?
150%-time completion rate: 51.98%.
First-year retention: 74.1%.
What do graduates of Heidelberg University earn?
Median earnings: $41,440 six years after entry; $48,466 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
36.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Heidelberg University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (298 completions)
- CIP 520201 (88 completions)
- CIP 511508 (18 completions)
- General Psychology (14 completions)
- CIP 310505 (11 completions)
- Social Sciences - 45.0401 (11 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (11 completions)
- Computer Science (10 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (10 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Heidelberg University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.79%; completion rate 51.98%; median earnings $48,466 at 10 years; net price $20,556. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$33,650
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Heidelberg University was $33,650.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,556
2024 Value
In 2024 Heidelberg University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,556.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$82,224 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,556 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$134,600 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Heidelberg University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
36.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
90.67% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Heidelberg University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Heidelberg University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,180 | $26,180 | $20,163 |
| 2014 | $27,480 | $27,480 | $19,983 |
| 2015 | $28,500 | $28,500 | $20,459 |
| 2016 | $29,200 | $29,200 | $21,198 |
| 2017 | $30,200 | $30,200 | $23,541 |
| 2018 | $31,000 | $31,000 | $23,299 |
| 2019 | $31,700 | $31,700 | $20,893 |
| 2020 | $32,300 | $32,300 | $21,579 |
| 2021 | $33,600 | $33,600 | $22,116 |
| 2022 | $33,600 | $33,600 | $22,716 |
| 2023 | $33,628 | $33,628 | $21,662 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85.79% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
ACT Average: 22
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Heidelberg University in 2024 is 915 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
74.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
44.98% 100% Completion Time
51.98% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 44.98% of students graduating from Heidelberg University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Heidelberg University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$48,466 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
55.71% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
489.44% Return on Investment
5.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Heidelberg University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 88 completions
CIP 51.1508: 18 completions
General Psychology: 14 completions
CIP 31.0505: 11 completions
Social Sciences - 45.0401: 11 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 11 completions
Computer Science: 10 completions
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 10 completions
General Biological Sciences: 9 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 298 completions
Most popular programs at Heidelberg University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Heidelberg University graduates.
About
Heidelberg University is a private non-profit institution located in Tiffin, OH, offering 38 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 915 students. The admission rate is 85.79%. Average ACT scores for admitted students are 22. The institution maintains a 51.98% graduation rate. Approximately 36.60% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Tiffin, OH 44883-2462
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Heidelberg University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Heidelberg University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $33,650 and average net price is $20,556 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Heidelberg University?
The admission rate is 85.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Heidelberg University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Heidelberg University reports midpoint ACT about 22.
What do graduates of Heidelberg University earn?
Median earnings are $41,440 six years after entry and $48,466 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Heidelberg University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 52.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Heidelberg University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
How big is Heidelberg University?
Total enrollment is about 915 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Heidelberg University public or private?
Heidelberg University is a private nonprofit institution located in Tiffin, OH.
Is Heidelberg University an HBCU?
No. Heidelberg University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Heidelberg University a tribal college?
No. Heidelberg University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Heidelberg University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Heidelberg University does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.4%).
Is Heidelberg University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Heidelberg University: United Church of Christ.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.