Tiffin University is a private university in Tiffin, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1888.Oliver Jr., J (2003). Cradles of Conscience. Kent, OH: Kent State University Press.
History Founded in 1888 as Heidelberg’s Commercial College, Tiffin University evolved into Tiffin Business University in 1917 and became Tiffin University in 1939. Over the decades, TU expanded its academic offerings, launched signature programs in criminal justice and business, introduced online learning in 1999 and added graduate and doctoral degrees. Campus growth has included numerous academic, residential and athletic facilities, alongside a strong tradition of athletic success, including national championships. Today, Tiffin University continues to build on its legacy of innovation, growth and student-centered education. Academics Tiffin University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in various on-campus, off-campus, and online formats. Tiffin University consists of four academic schools: the School of Arts, Education, & Humanitites, the School of Business, the School of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences, and the School of Science, Technology, & Health. The Richard C. Pfeiffer Library houses a growing collection of books supporting the university's curriculum. The library is a member of OPAL and OhioLink, which provides online access to a vast collection of books, eBooks, and databases and books from any of the 90 other libraries. The average student-to-teacher ratio is 15:1.
As of 2024, the university enrolled about 3,831 students. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Rankings -Finished Third Nationally in D2 ADA Academic Achievement Awards (Led GMAC)
-Received Gold Designation as Military Friendly® School
-Earned National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Designation Through 2031
-Online Criminal Justice Programs Rank Among U.S. News & World Report’s Top 50 2026 Best Online Programs
-Received Collegiate Purple Star Designation
-Ranked #1 Most Diverse College in Ohio
-Ranked #249 (Tie) Best MBA Programs
Campus life Tiffin's main campus is is located on the west side of Tiffin, within a half mile of downtown Tiffin.
Architecture The campus environment includes over 25 buildings blending traditional historic and modern structures.
Greek life Tiffin University's Greek life includes:
Fraternities Sororities Phi Theta Pi Alpha Iota Theta Eta Omicron Zeta Pi Beta
Athletics
The Tiffin Dragons compete in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC). The university has competitive teams in | baseball, basketball, cross country, esports, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling.
Notable alumni Boris Bede, professional football player Rex Damschroder, member of Ohio House of Representatives Greg Freeman, professional football player Gary R. Heminger, president and CEO of Marathon Petroleum Chris Ivory, professional football player Walt Jean, professional football player Joe Macko, professional baseball player Jeffrey McClain, member of the Ohio House of Representatives Antonio Pipkin, professional football player David Singleton, basketball head coach of Indonesian Basketball League side, Prawira Bandung Nate Washington, professional football player George Whitfield, Jr., college and professional football coach Sandra Williams, member of the Ohio House of Representatives
References
External links
Athletics website