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Summary
University of Findlay is a private institution that was founded in 1882. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,063, its setting is city, and the campus size is 390 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. University of Findlay's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (Midwest), 54. Its tuition and fees are $28,914 (2012-13).
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The University of Findlay is a flexible, forward-looking institution, accommodating students through classes held on weekdays, nights, weekends and over the Internet. Real world-focused and liberal arts-based degree programs equip students for productive lives and careers. More than 60 baccalaureate majors are offered, along with seven master's degrees, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a Doctor of Pharmacy. Well-recognized programs include pre-veterinary medicine, equestrian studies, animal science, forensic science, physician assistant, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, nuclear medicine technology, MBA and environmental, safety and health occupational health management. Internships and service learning are encouraged. Athletic involvement includes 24 NCAA Division II sports teams. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1882 |
| Religious affiliation | Churches of God General Conference |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | city |
| 2011 Endowment | $25,370,369 |
Applying
When applying to University of Findlay, it's important to note the application deadline is July 1. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due July 1. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 68.8 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 68.8% |
| Application deadline | July 1 |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | July 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at University of Findlay is 14:1, and the school has 58.4 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at University of Findlay include: Health Professions and Related Programs; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences; Education; and Biological and Biomedical Sciences. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 75.0 percent.
Student Life
University of Findlay has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,063, with a gender distribution of 37.5 percent male students and 62.5 percent female students. At this school, 45.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 55.0 percent of students live off campus. University of Findlay is part of the NCAA II athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 4,999 |
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA II |
Campus Info & Services
University of Findlay offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, health service, and health insurance. University of Findlay also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at University of Findlay, 85 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at University of Findlay.
| Students who have cars on campus | 85% |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At University of Findlay, 76.5 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $2,635.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| Tuition and fees | $28,914 (2012-13) |
| Room and board | $9,166 (2012-13) |
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