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University of Toledo

Toledo, Ohio 43606-3390

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Known for health sciences — excellent value

University of Toledo is a public institution in Toledo with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1209, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 10.2K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,632 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,460.

Established
1872
Motto
Coadyuvando El Presente, Formando El Porvenir
Mascot
Rocky the Rocket Rocksy the Rockette
Type
Public research university
Division
Division I

Plan Your Visit

95%Acceptance
1209SAT Avg
10,244Students
18:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$50,632Earnings 10yr
$17,460Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate94.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1209

Reading & WritingMid: 570
530640
MathMid: 585
520660

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 25
2228

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$12,377
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,737
Room & Board$14,652
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$26,190
Average Net Price$17,460
Median Debt at Graduation$22,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$236

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,763
$30–48K$13,774
$48–75K$17,553
$75–110K$20,182
$110K+$21,594

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

62.0%

Median Debt at Grad

$14,750

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

78

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

20

Burglary

4

Aggravated Assault

3

Robbery

7

Motor Vehicle Theft

8

Sex Offenses

1

Arson

20

Drug Arrests

15

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (261)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads
10,244
Gender Split
51% / 49%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Black 10%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.6%
Freshman Retention75.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$44,162
10 Years$50,632

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#293
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#29
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#291
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Blue Crew

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History & Fun Facts

  • Ritter Observatory 19th century The University of Toledo began in 1872 as a private arts and trades school, offering subjects such as painting and architectural drawing.
  • " He believed that the center of world commerce was moving westward, and by 1900 would be located in Toledo.
  • The Toledo University of Arts and Trades was incorporated on October 12, 1872.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

102Above Average

Estimated from OH state average + large city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Detroitpop. 640K
55 mi(95 min)
Clevelandpop. 370K
100 mi(173 min)
Columbuspop. 900K
122 mi(211 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DTW Detroit41 mi
CLE Cleveland93 mi
CMH Columbus121 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA646 mi · ~18h 40m drive
New York, NY504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Hartford, CT564 mi · ~16h 18m drive
Providence, RI629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
Albany, NY509 mi · ~14h 42m drive
Syracuse, NY393 mi · ~11h 21m drive
Rochester, NY323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Buffalo, NY256 mi · ~7h 24m drive
Philadelphia, PA457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Pittsburgh, PA207 mi · ~5h 59m drive
Harrisburg, PA364 mi · ~10h 31m drive
Newark, NJ495 mi · ~14h 18m drive
Washington, DC395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
Baltimore, MD403 mi · ~11h 39m drive
Atlanta, GA548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Charlotte, NC469 mi · ~13h 33m drive
Raleigh, NC487 mi · ~14h 4m drive
Miami, FL1116 mi · ~32h 14m drive
Orlando, FL915 mi · ~26h 26m drive
Tampa, FL950 mi · ~27h 27m drive
Nashville, TN416 mi · ~12h 1m drive
New Orleans, LA886 mi · ~25h 36m drive
Richmond, VA435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
Chicago, IL207 mi · ~5h 59m drive
Detroit, MI55 mi · ~1h 35m drive
Minneapolis, MN536 mi · ~15h 29m drive
St. Louis, MO406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Kansas City, MO603 mi · ~17h 25m drive
Indianapolis, IN187 mi · ~5h 24m drive
Columbus, OH122 mi · ~3h 31m drive
Cleveland, OH100 mi · ~2h 53m drive
Milwaukee, WI239 mi · ~6h 54m drive
Dallas, TX948 mi · ~27h 23m drive
Houston, TX1052 mi · ~30h 23m drive
Austin, TX1112 mi · ~32h 7m drive
San Antonio, TX1186 mi · ~34h 16m drive
Los Angeles, CA1946 mi · ~56h 13m drive
San Francisco, CA2062 mi · ~59h 34m drive
San Diego, CA1933 mi · ~55h 51m drive
Seattle, WA1926 mi · ~55h 38m drive
Portland, OR1953 mi · ~56h 25m drive
Denver, CO1125 mi · ~32h 30m drive
Phoenix, AZ1650 mi · ~47h 40m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1464 mi · ~42h 18m drive
Honolulu, HI4456 mi · ~128h 44m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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