Bluffton University
Faith-based college · Bluffton, OH · 582 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
67%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
860–1130
ACT (middle 50%)
16–22
Average net price
$21,315
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$53,337
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
53%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Bluffton University?
Bluffton University accepts about 67 of every 100 applicants (67%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 860 and 1130 on the SAT. A score at or above 1130 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 860, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–22.
The latest federal data says Bluffton University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bluffton University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Bluffton University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $53,337 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $21,315 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $38,690 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$38,690
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$38,690
- Room & board$12,586
- Total cost of attendance$53,337
- Average net price after grants$21,315
Popular majors
Business, Education, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Family & Consumer Sciences, Psychology.
Bluffton University FAQ
- What is Bluffton University's acceptance rate?
- 67% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Bluffton University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 860–1130. Aim for 1130 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Bluffton University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–22.
- Is Bluffton University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Bluffton University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Bluffton University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Bluffton University cost?
- About $53,337 a year before aid; $21,315 on average after grants.
- What is Bluffton University's FAFSA school code?
- 003016. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Bluffton University receives your information.
- What is Bluffton University's graduation rate?
- 53% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Bluffton University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus College of Art & DesignColumbus, OH | 68% | — | $27,723 | 61% |
| University of DaytonDayton, OH | 65% | 1200–1380 | $30,366 | 80% |
| Cedarville UniversityCedarville, OH | 65% | 1130–1360 | $23,335 | 74% |
| Capital UniversityColumbus, OH | 70% | 910–1180 | $20,550 | 57% |
| Lake Erie CollegePainesville, OH | 70% | — | $13,324 | 44% |
| Walsh UniversityNorth Canton, OH | 71% | 1040–1280 | $19,588 | 58% |