Bluffton University
Bluffton University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Bluffton, OH. It enrolls about 678 students and admits roughly 61% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Bluffton, OH 45817 |
| County | Allen County |
| Enrollment | 678 |
| Acceptance rate | 61% |
| Applicants / admitted | 2,873 / 1,757 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $36,298 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $36,298 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 50% |
| Transfer-out rate | 49% |
| Full-time retention rate | 67% |
| Campus setting | Rural: Distant |
| Size category | Under 1,000 |
| Highest degree offered | Master's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 480–560 |
| ACT middle 50% | 17–23 |
| Website | www.bluffton.edu/ |
| Phone | 4193583000 |
Admissions
About 2,873 students applied and 1,757 were admitted. Of those admitted, 190 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $36,298 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 210 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 50% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Bluffton University is in Bluffton, OH, Allen County. Its coordinates are 40.8956, -83.8994.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Bluffton University?
About 61% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 2,873 applicants.
How much does Bluffton University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $36,298 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Bluffton University?
About 678 students are enrolled.