At a glance
Average net price
$19,943
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
52.9%
Admission rate
67%
Undergrad size
582
In-state tuition
$37,362
Out-of-state tuition
$37,362
Cost of attendance
$51,862
Median earnings (10y)
$49,547
Admissions
- SAT average
- 976
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 59.6%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (33%), trades & services (19%), business (18%).
- STEM8%
- Health9%
- Business18%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences33%
- Trades & services19%
- Education20.4%~119 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business18.4%~107 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation16.3%~95 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~53 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology5.1%~30 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication4.1%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics3.1%~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English2.0%~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology1.0%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
22 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 62 | $40,964 | $27,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 39 | $27,983 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 32 | $60,827 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 24 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 22 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 21 | $33,857 | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 20 | $35,237 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 15 | $37,382 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | $27,000 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Graduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 7 | $45,393 | $35,001 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Bluffton University
Bluffton University is a small institution located in Bluffton, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 582 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Business, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Bluffton University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,943 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $37,362 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $51,862 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 52.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 59.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $49,547 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Bluffton University confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Business, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (33% of credentials), trades & services (19% of credentials), business (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Bluffton University accepts 67% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 976.
Location & campus
Set in Bluffton, Ohio (rural), Bluffton University draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Bluffton University
Q.How much does Bluffton University cost?
The average net price at Bluffton University is $19,943 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $51,862.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Bluffton University?
Bluffton University has a 6-year graduation rate of 52.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Bluffton University?
Bluffton University admits 67% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Bluffton University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Bluffton University graduate earns $49,547 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Bluffton University?
Published tuition is $37,362 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Bluffton University located?
Bluffton University is located in Bluffton, Ohio (ZIP 45817).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Bluffton University at their official website.