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Bluffton University

Bluffton, OH bluffton.edu 595 students

Bluffton University's campus is located in the rural village of Bluffton, Ohio. The university maintains a close-knit, faith-based community rooted in Mennonite values, fostering a collaborative academic environment. Bluffton is particularly recognized for its accredited programs in education, nursing, and social work. Students can also participate in a variety of NCAA Division III athletics and an esports team.

Programs
3
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$41,821
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$36,298
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Bluffton University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 37% of students receive Pell Grants; 76% take federal loans.

Key Insight

Average net price across income brackets is $17,608, roughly 51% lower than the published tuition.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $16,521 $66,084
$30K – $48K $16,667 $66,668
$48K – $75K $18,013 $72,052
$75K – $110K $23,361 $93,444
$110K+ $13,482 $53,928
Sticker price (no aid) $36,298 $145,192
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Bluffton University

3 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Business Administration Compare across schools →
54
$41,608/yr High 3.3x
Human Resources Compare across schools →
45
$55,253/yr High 2.1x
Health & Physical Education Compare across schools →
27
$28,602/yr Moderate 2.4x