Opportunity Makers | Heidelberg University

Our Commitment to Opportunity

At Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio, We are the Opportunity Makers. We ensure you a transparent pathway to a quality professional liberal arts education at a competitive price and provide the necessary experiences to ensure success after graduation. Each component in our commitment to opportunity is designed to build confidence in the decision that you may have about investing in your education and guide you through your four years in a way that maximizes your experience.

One such opportunity is our Visit Award. Any student who visits our campus, gets accepted, and submits their FAFSA by March 15th will receive a $500 award on their financial aid package for their first year at Heidelberg.

New Fieldhouse: Opportunities for All

Excitement is building with each passing month as construction progresses on Heidelberg’s new Student Athletics, Academic, and Recreation Center, also known as the Fieldhouse

At the beginning of February, construction had reached the halfway point with seven months to go before substantial completion in mid-August, 2025. The 110,000-square-foot Fieldhouse will be a place for everyone – student-athletes and non-athletes, sports activities and academic activities. The $27.4 million center is fully donor-funded.

Heidelberg is planning to dedicate the Fieldhouse during Homecoming on October 3-4. Stay tuned!

College is an Investment

You know that college is an investment in your future, and Heidelberg wants to make your investment pay off. Standing by our mission to provide unimpeded access to an affordable and value-driven education to students of every background, we offer opportunities for a quality private education at a price that is competitive with most publicly funded schools in the state of Ohio. Here are some of the ways we accomplish this:

Test Optional Admission

"We value you as a person, as well as your academic credentials and track record. With that in mind, we provide test optional admission for students who do not feel that their ACT/SAT score is reflective of their academic ability.

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A Tuition Guarantee

We believe a fixed tuition rate will ease the financial concerns of many families and provide confidence that Heidelberg will remain affordable all four years of your educational experience. Our Tuition Guarantee locks in tuition costs over four years of study

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A Four-Year Graduation Guarantee

Heidelberg is committed to helping all students graduate in four years by providing easy-to-follow steps to stay on track. If you meet all the conditions of the Four-Year Graduation Guarantee, but are unable to graduate in four years, we'll let you to take the courses you need to graduate tuition-free and offer you free room and board on campus.

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Gavin Buurma '22

It is wonderful to see that Heidelberg cares about the stress that higher education can put on families financially. One of my biggest stresses has been seeing my tuition raised annually. Even if it was a small percentage, it always added to the bill. But with the Tuition Guarantee program, that is no longer an issue!

Advantages will help you succeed

We’re committed to offering opportunities that will impact your future success because getting a job and pursuing a career is the whole point of college. You’ll be supported holistically throughout your entire Heidelberg education, which means you won’t just leave with a degree, you’ll graduate with relevant experiences, practical knowledge, and the confidence you’ll need to succeed throughout your career. Here are some of the ways we help you increase the value of your education:

The HYPE Career Ready® Program

We created the HYPE Program to ensure you'll graduate with versatile skills that complement your academic path. While your major teaches you a specific discipline, HYPE gives you a broad set of skills that will help you navigate a successful career.

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Academic Curriculum

Our curriculum is designed to give you the flexibility to explore your interests, double major, and distinguish yourself. This plus professional preparation opportunities makes you desirable in the job market.

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The PlusOneAdvantage®

Heidelberg's PlusOneAdvantage MBA Tuition-Free Scholarship offers students the opportunity to pursue a Master of Business Administration degree. Any student who completes a bachelor’s degree (in any major) at Heidelberg in four years with at least a 3.0 GPA will be eligible to stay and earn a MBA tuition-free.

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So, does this work?

Our rankings seem to say so. Not only have we been consistently ranked in the top tier of the Midwest region by U.S. News and World Report, but our outcomes and student success have led to being named:

No. 27 in Best Value Schools
No. 21 in Top Performers on Social Mobility

Take the next step

Heidelberg has so much to offer you. Begin your journey by applying today and we'll be here to help you every step of the way. Already accepted? Check out the next steps for admitted students as you make your college decision.

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