School Description

Provided by Heidelberg College

Heidelberg College is a community of learning that promotes and nurtures intellectual, personal and professional development, leading to a life of purpose with distinction.

Vision Statement

Heidelberg will be a welcoming, student-centered university where in-class and out-of-class learning is seamless and continuous. Both the undergraduate and graduate curriculums will effectively integrate liberal arts and professional preparation across disciplines to prepare our students to be global citizens who communicate effectively, think critically and serve thoughtfully.
Statement of Educational Philosophy and Values

Heidelberg College, in the Liberal Arts tradition, educates persons who can act effectively and with integrity in a world of change. It cherishes academic excellence, honors knowledge, encourages original research, and promotes a lifelong commitment to free inquiry. Heidelberg is dedicated to being a diverse community that challenges students to understand their cultural heritage and the contemporary world, to explore frontiers of knowledge, and to develop powers of mind and spirit. In keeping with its historic affiliation with the United Church of Christ, students, faculty, and staff and the Board of Trustees work together to understand and respect diverse cultures, religions and lifestyles. Heidelberg College develops individuals with high moral and ethical standards who are productive in their life's work, engaged in their communities, and responsible citizens of the world.
Statement of Institutional Goals

At the time of graduation, Heidelberg students will be capable of:

1. Demonstrating the breadth of knowledge and creative and critical thinking skills to fully participate as citizens of the changing world;
2. Synthesizing theory, knowledge and experience related to their majors;
3. Demonstrating the writing and speaking skills to communicate effectively within their disciplines;
4. Demonstrating the quantitative and problem-solving skills sufficient for their disciplines and for functioning in an increasingly technical society;
5. Demonstrating an awareness of their own cultures and a sensitivity to and appreciation of other cultures;
6. Valuing the quest for purpose, integrity, and spiritual growth;
7. Demonstrating an engagement with Heidelberg College and the local community, as well as with the nation and the world.
8. In the years following graduation, alumni will find that their experiences while at Heidelberg played an important role in:
9. Shaping their understanding and appreciation of the world;
10. Developing the abilities and strength of character to achieve their personal goals;
11. Developing the capacity and willingness to contribute in a positive and constructive way to the communities in which they live and to Heidelberg College.

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Heidelberg College

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Heidelberg College is a private liberal arts college located in the city of Tiffin, Ohio in the U.S. state of Ohio. Founded in 1850, Heidelberg offers a quality liberal arts education; service to students; a close, personal learning and living environment; and strong values-centered philosophy.

History

Heidelberg College was founded by the German Reformed Church in 1850 and is currently affiliated with the United Church of Christ. At that time, there were a significant number of German immigrants in Ohio, and the German Reformed Church had seventy-four churches in the state when members decided to establish the college. The College had an initial graduating class of five students.

Campus

Heidelberg is situated on 110 enclosed acres in Tiffin, Ohio, the county seat of Seneca County, and the center of a prosperous agricultural, industrial and business area in northwestern Ohio. The campus is located on the east side of Tiffin on College Hill.

Architecture

Heidelberg's campus includes 26 buildings, 10 of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The architecture ranges from pure Greek Revival and Victorian Gothic to English Gothic and the functional style. Many of the buildings are formed in gray Bloomville limestone with cut Bedford stone for trim, bringing a sense of overall unity to the various styles.

Academics

Heidelberg offers 36 undergraduate courses of study, 16 minors, and 13 pre-professional programs; as well as a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. The College boasts a unique Honors Program, titled The Life of the Mind, that focuses on four thematic components: the artist, the citizen, the scholar and the scientist. In addition, the American Junior Year program at Heidelberg University in Heidelberg, Germany is the oldest exchange program between an American college and a German university. Heidelberg is also home to the renowned National Center for Water Quality Research and The Center for Historic and Military Archaeology.

Reputation

Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Midwest's top colleges for twenty consecutive years, Heidelberg is also listed in the "Great Schools at a Great Price" category.

Programs and Majors

  • Accounting
  • Anthropology
  • Athletic Training
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication and Theatre Arts
  • Computer Information Systems
  • Computer Science
  • Counseling
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • Education
  • English
  • Environmental Biology
  • Environmental Science
  • Forensic Science
  • German
  • Health and Physical Education
  • History
  • Honors Program
  • International Studies
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Relations
  • Religion
  • Spanish
  • Sport Management
  • Water Resources

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Small Town Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
United Church of Christ
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
The Student Prince of Heidelberg
Nickname:
Heidelberg

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,200
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 19,464
Students Receiving Aid:
99%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 25
Selectivity:
Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Men 54%
Women 46%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 88%
African-American 7%
Other 4%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 94%
Out-of-State 6%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Ohio 94%
California 0%
Michigan 0%
Indiana 0%
Florida 0%
Percent of Students International: 2%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 76%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
Track (Ohio Athletic Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 19,464    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 458    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,368 34%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 1,615 92%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 6,067 96%  
Student Loans:
$ 5,091 81%  
Any Aid:
  99%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 72% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 26%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 440, Math: 440
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 580, Math: 590
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 92%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 17, Math: 18
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 24, Math: 25

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 25.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at Heidelberg College

Bachelor's Level Majors

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