Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, Ohio 45817
Bluffton University takes a faith-based approach to education, encouraging its students to develop not only academically, but spiritually. Through a variety of progressive studies, such as the cross-cultural program in which students travel to points around the world to promote peace and growth, students have opportunities to grow more than just scholastically. Between the low student to teacher ratio (13:1), the vast variety of academic opportunity, and the welcoming and nurturing environment, Bluffton University remains committed to being a thriving educational institution for its current and prospective students.
Besides the quality academics offered at Bluffton University, the small, intimate student population at Bluffton University makes this university in Ohio very unique. Its approximately 1,100 students enjoy 54 acres of wooded grounds as their campus, and the serenity of Little Riley Creek, which runs through the town of Bluffton.
Many of Bluffton University's students participate on Bluffton's competitive athletic teams, which are ranked by NCAA as Division III, and in athletic programs including intramural sports. Bluffton University students can also choose from over 40 organizations and groups in which to participate, which range from a school radio station and newspaper to international organization and music groups.
To meet the demands of working professionals, Bluffton has also developed extensive graduate and continuing education programs, with many classes offered at a variety of locations. Bluffton University continues to grow and remain committed to being a community of academic excellence that nurtures spiritual and personal growth.
Quick Facts:
The university was founded in 1899 and is closely associated with the Mennonite Church.
Bluffton University was ranked in U.S. News and World Report's 2008 list of America's Best Colleges.
Bluffton University was recently ranked in Barron's Best Buys in College Education and on the John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll for Character-Building Colleges.
In addition to the traditional accreditations, Bluffton also offers students an accredited music program.
More than 95 percent of students receive financial aid. Bluffton offers a unique scholarship program called the Tuition Equalization Scholarship Program, which offers qualified, academically successful students monetary aid.
With 67 regular faculty, and 48 adjunct faculty at this university in Ohio, student to teacher ratio at Bluffton is a low 13:1.
Bluffton University has a successful career development center, geared to help graduating students obtain jobs in their chosen field.
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