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Heidelberg University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT RangeN/A

ACT RangeN/A

Average GPAN/A

Acceptance Rate85.8%

Heidelberg is accessible, but the 52% six-year graduation rate makes fit and support just as important as getting admitted. Since it is test-optional, submit scores only if they are a clear strength relative to your grades. Also compare your net price carefully against the $33,650 tuition and average merit award.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Heidelberg University facts and stats

Quick Facts

Heidelberg University enrolls about 915 undergraduates in a small town setting. Heidelberg has a 74% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 52%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 16.1:1.

Location

Tiffin, OH

Undergrad Enrollment915

Freshman Retention74%

SettingSmall town

Student to Faculty Ratio16.1:1

Graduation Rate52%

Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Heidelberg University application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

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Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Heidelberg, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes, with the December test usually the last fall option likely to arrive in time for Regular Decision.

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What you'll actually pay

Heidelberg is a private not-for-profit, so the same tuition and fees apply to all students. Tuition and fees are $33,650, and 84% of students receive aid. The average merit award is $18,139, adding a notable scholarship opportunity.

Tuition and Fees$33,650

Room and Board$12,285

Average Merit Award$18,139

Application FeeN/A

Students on Aid84%

Average Aid Package$26,790

Average Debt at Grad$38,032

Heidelberg’s listed cost of attendance is about $45,935 for tuition, fees, room, and board. Financial aid is common, with 84% of students receiving aid and an average aid package of $26,790. The average merit award is $18,139, which can significantly reduce the published price for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $38,032.