Heidelberg University - a world-class school

Welcome to Heidelberg University, a distinguished institution nestled in the small midwestern town of Tiffin, Ohio. For over 150 years, Heidelberg has provided an outstanding education to generations of students, turning out creative and visionary world-changers who leave their mark on the campus and the wider world.

Heidelberg’s motto – ‘Great Things from Small Beginnings’ – is a reflection of its humble beginnings in 1850 as a college preparatory school. From those first few students to the community of over 1, 500 that call it home today, Heidelberg has never wavered in its commitment to creating an environment where students can reach their fullest potential.

At Heidelberg, we believe that a great university should provide more than just a theoretical education. Our liberal arts curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, allowing our students to pursue their passions through internships, research projects, and service-learning opportunities. This is complemented by our strong student clubs and organizations which offer opportunities to engage both on and off campus.

Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and come together in an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation – an ideal environment for sparking creativity and innovation. Our faculty members are some of the best in the world and hail from a variety of disciplines, with experts in fields ranging from business to the sciences.

What truly makes Heidelberg unique is the vibrant community which encompasses everyone – our students, our faculty, our staff and our alumni. Here, everyone comes together to create a culture that celebrates diversity, embraces ambition and encourages creativity. We strive to give our students a world-class educational experience with emphases on engaged citizenship and professional development.

Those that have graduated from Heidelberg have blazingly bright futures ahead of them, taking the skills they cultivated during their studies and making an impact in their communities. This distinguished alumni network serves as a reminder that even small beginnings can create something extraordinary.

So come join us at Heidelberg University: explore your passions; challenge yourself; break boundaries; create something amazing. Your future starts here!