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TIFFINUNIVERSITY
Agent Training
Manual

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Every year, people from across the globe choose to study in the United States. For most, their academic
and professional goals and objectives vary, but for all, it is a truly unique experience. Our students
choose Tiffin University because they want an affordable, yet challenging academic program on a safe,
friendly campus. It is our goal to provide that cultural and academic experience while we prepare our
students to enter the global workplace.
About Tiffin University
• Founded in 1888
• Located in Tiffin, Ohio; the “heart” of the Midwest of the United States
• 110 acre campus including beautiful new facilities such as the student apartments known as the
Living Learning Community, the Tiffin University Nature Preserve, and the Heminger Athletic Center.
• 5,000 total enrolled students (2,500 on TU’s main campus)
• 300 International students from 33 countries
• 133 full-time and adjunct faculty; 80 percent of the full-time faculty hold doctorates or the
highest certification in their field
About Tiffin, Ohio
• Population of approximately 25,000
• Safe, clean and friendly
• Largest industry is manufacturing
• Two universities are located within Tiffin
o Tiffin University and Heidelberg University
• Within driving distance to major cities including, Chicago, New York, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit
Recruiting Points
• No application fee to apply
• Merit scholarships off of tuition for bachelor’s and master’s degree students
• Small class sizes (12-18 students per class)
• TU has grown 354% in the last eight years
• Safe and secure campus
• Prestigious accreditation (ACBSP & ECBE)
• Affordable tuition (comparable to most state schools)
• English-language program on campus
Accreditations
Tiffin University is an independent, private institution of higher education, chartered by the State of
Ohio to award degrees at the Associate’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s level. At Tiffin University, our
students receive an education for real life, marked by real opportunities that lead to real-world results.
Tiffin University’s seated and online programs are authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents. Our
programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges
and Schools (HLC/NCA) which is one of the six regional accreditation bodies recognized by essentially all

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of the major public and private colleges and universities in America and School of Business is accredited
by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
In addition, Tiffin University recently received prestigious accreditation from The European Council for
Business Education (ECBE) for its Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master of Business
Administration (MBA) degree programs.
Tiffin University’s Application Process
1. Completed applications are processed and reviewed by the Admissions Committee (typically 5-7
business days)
2. If a student is admitted, the following documents will be mailed to the recruiter or student:
a. Student’s admission letter
b. I-20 application form
3. Recruiter should work with student to pay SEVIS fee and schedule visa appointment
4. Student schedules a visa interview at nearest U.S. embassy/consulate office
Undergraduate Admissions
Minimum Requirements for Undergraduate Admission
1. Graduation from a recognized high school or equivalent, or graduation from a recognized
associate’s degree program, or currently attending a recognized undergraduate
associate’s/bachelor’s degree program.
2. For freshman applicants, GPA 2.25; for transfer applicants, GPA 2.0.
3. Satisfactory TOEFL score (500 PBT/61 iBT) or IELTS score 5.0 or iTEP score of 3.4.
*Applicants who are unable to meet the language proficiency standards or who do not have
proof of proficiency can receive a Conditional Acceptance, and attend our English Language
and American Culture (ELAC) program, which is our on‐campus English language institute.
To apply for admission to Tiffin University:
1. Completed Application Form http://www.tiffin.edu/forms/internationalapp/
2. All academic results including, transcripts, diplomas, certificates, and examination results
3. Proof of financial responsibility
You must demonstrate the ability to pay at least one nine-month academic year of expenses,
which we currently estimate at $33,256 for undergraduate students. This includes tuition,
housing, room, meals.
4. Copy of your passport
Application Deadlines
• July 15th
for August enrollment
• November 15th
for January enrollment

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Undergraduate Merit Scholarship Awards
GPA Merit Scholarship Awards Actual ($)
2.50-3.00 International Assistance Scholarship $2,000
3.01-3.50 International Academic Scholarship $3,000
3.51-3.79 International Excellence Scholarship $5,000
3.80-4.00 International Honors Scholarship $6,000
Scholarships are calculated based on a student’s academic results. In rare cases, additional scholarship
money can be requested if a student is in a unique financial situation. Students do not need to apply for
a scholarship. Scholarships are awarded at the beginning of a student’s first semester of enrollment,
and are automatically applied every semester until graduation.
International Undergraduate Student Expected Costs Yearly Charge
Tuition ($637 per credit hour)
$22,140
Housing (Costs vary according to room assignment)
Double-Residence Hall/House $5,300
Meals
19 Meals Per Week $4,896
Health Insurance Fee $1,066
Total Cost $33,402
Undergraduate Degree Programs at Tiffin University (program descriptions can be found in
Appendix A)
School of Arts and Sciences
• Arts Administration
o Visual Arts
o Music Industry
• Communication
o Public Relations
o Journalism

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o Electronic Media
• Education
• English
• History
• General Science
School of Business
• Accounting
• Computer and Information Technology
• Finance
• Management
o Equine Business
o Hospitality and Tourism
o Human Resources Management
o International Business
o Managerial Studies
• Marketing
• Sports and Recreating Management
o Sports and Athletic Administration
o Recreation and Tourism
o Sports Marketing
School of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences
• Corrections
• Criminalistics
• Digital Forensics
• Forensic Psychology
• Forensic Science
• Homeland Security/Terrorism
• Government and National Security
• Law Enforcement
• Psychology
o Addictions Counseling
o Experimental Psychology
o Human Services
School of Sciences
• Exercise Science
• Forensic Science
Graduate Admissions

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Minimum Requirements for Graduate Admission
1. A bachelor's degree or a three-year undergraduate professional degree from an accredited
higher education institute, or currently attending an accredited MBA program.
2. Undergraduate academic achievement of 3.0 GPA
3. Resume/CV
4. A clear goal for pursuing graduate studies (stated in a personal statement)
5. For MBA applicants, successful completion of undergraduate courses in at least eight of the
following subject areas: Marketing, Business Finance, Accounting, Management, Legal
Environment, Economics, Business Ethics, Global Dimension, Information Systems,
Statistics/mathematics, Business Policy.
6. Satisfactory TOEFL score (550 PBT/79-80 iBT) or IELTS score 6 or iTEP score of 3.9
*Applicants who are unable to meet the language proficiency standards or who do not have
proof of proficiency can receive a Conditional Acceptance, and attend our English Language
and American Culture (ELAC) program, which is our on-campus English language institute.
To apply for admission to Tiffin University:
1. Completed Application Form http://www.tiffin.edu/forms/internationalapp/
2. Copies of all transcripts/grade reports/mark sheets from any universities or institutions of
higher learning that you have attended and certificates/diplomas earned.
3. Resume/CV
4. A clear goal for pursuing graduate studies (stated in a personal statement)
5. Proof of financial responsibility
You must demonstrate the ability to pay at least one nine-month academic year of expenses,
which we currently estimate at $23,716 for graduate students. This includes tuition, housing,
meals.
6. Copy of your passport
Application Deadlines
• July 15th
for August Enrollment
• November 15th
for January Enrollment
Graduate Merit Scholarship Awards
GPA Scholarship Awards/year Actual ($)
2.50-3.00 International Assistance Scholarship $1,500
3.00-3.50 International Academic Scholarship $2,000
3.51-3.79 International Excellence Scholarship $3,000
3.80-4.00 International Honors Scholarship $4,000
Scholarships are calculated based on a student’s academic results. In rare cases, additional scholarship
money can be requested if a student is in a unique financial situation. Students do not need to apply for
a scholarship. Scholarships are awarded at the beginning of a student’s first semester of enrollment,
and are automatically applied every semester until graduation.

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International Graduate Student Estimated Costs Yearly Charge
Tuition ($700 per credit hour) $12,600
Housing (Costs vary according to room assignment)
Double-Residence Hall/House $6,675
Meals
19 Meals Per Week $4,896
Health Insurance Fee $1,066
Total Cost $25,237
Graduate Degree Programs at Tiffin University (program descriptions can be found in Appendix
A)
Master of Business Administration
• General Management
• Finance (requires four (4) online courses)
• Healthcare Administration (requires four (4) online courses)
• Human Resource Management (requires four (4) online courses)
• International Business (requires four (4) online courses)
• Leadership (requires four (4) online courses)
• Marketing (requires four (4) online courses)
• Sports Management (requires four (4) online courses)

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Master of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences
• Forensic Psychology
• Justice Administration
English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
What Is The English as a Second Language Program?
The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program is designed to help international students achieve
English proficiency required by the degree program and expose the student to many facets of American
culture. The ESL program provides an all-around training of English-language skills in reading, listening,
speaking, and writing.
How Many Levels Are There In The ESL Program?
The ESL program consists of three levels:
Level 3: ESL 109/114/130/132/172, no regular classes
Level 2: ESL 102/104/106/112/171, no regular classes
Level 1: ESL 101/103/105/110/170, no regular classes
Why Does A Student Have To Complete The English as a Second Language Program At Tiffin
University?
Tiffin University requires all students whose native language is not English, and who do not submit an
acceptable English language proficiency test score, to take a battery of tests for seated courses in any
undergraduate or graduate program.
What Tests Are Required To Be Taken Upon Arrival?
1. Accuplacer ESL:
a. Reading Skills
b. Sentence Meaning
c. Language Usage
2. TU Integrated Essay:
a. Reading passage
b. Related lecture/listening section
c. Essay prompt asking students to use material from both the reading and the
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3. TU Oral Interview:
a. Undergraduate students will be interviewed by the ESL director and/or a faculty
member from the school of their major.
b. Graduate students will be interviewed by the Dean of Graduate Studies and/or the
program chair of their degree program.
What If My English Language Score Met The University Requirements?
Students entering degree programs who have achieved university-stated scores on the TOEFL, IELTS,
MELAB, Cambridge tests, or any other English proficiency test accepted by the university will not take
the Accuplacer test. Undergraduates will take the integrated essay test to determine placement in the
appropriate section of ENG140 or ENG141. Graduate students will take the integrated essay, the oral
interview, and a plagiarism/citation quiz to confirm their ability to respond orally and in writing to the
kinds of integrative questions used in graduate classes. Graduate students who have sufficient TOEFL or
other scores, but who score below a 5 on the essay and/or below a 4.4 in the interview may be assigned
specific support work by the Graduate Dean and the Program Chair of their degree program.
What If I Do Not Submit An English Language Score?
Any student can be admitted to Tiffin University without an English language score. Graduate and
undergraduate students who do not have a score from an approved proficiency test will take the
Accuplacer, integrated essay, and oral interview to determine placement in the ESL program or degree
classes.
What If I Completed A Different English Language Program?
Students who have received certificates that indicate completion of English language training at other
English-speaking universities or language schools will not take the Accuplacer, but will take the
integrated essay and oral interview. Students who have taken English classes, but have not completed a
formal program and have no TOEFL, etc., will complete the entire battery of tests to determine
appropriate placement in classes. Graduate students who place into level 4 may have to take an
additional plagiarism/citation quiz to confirm their ability to research, cite, and respond orally and in
writing to the kinds of integrative questions used in graduate classes.
How Do I Pass The ESL Program?
Promotions from ESL levels will be based on the scores achieved in the TU battery of proficiency tests.
Students will be tested and placed upon arrival. When they are placed in ESL courses, they must pass
those courses in order to earn admission to be retested at the end of the semester. Students who do
not pass all of the ESL classes in their level will not be allowed to take the proficiency tests. They must
repeat the level. Promotions will not be granted simply because a student has attended class
consistently. Each student must demonstrate individual ability to read, write, and speak according to
the requirements for each ESL level. They must also demonstrate significant improvement in the online
test scores.
How Long Do I Have To Pass the ESL Program?
Students have 2 semesters to pass each level. Any student who fails level 1 has one more semester to
pass it. They may have two semesters to pass level 2, and another two semesters to complete level 3. It

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is possible to complete the 3 levels in three consecutive semesters, but it is also possible to spend up to
six semesters achieving the level of proficiency necessary to succeed in undergraduate or graduate
classes. It is also possible to complete level 1 and show enough improvement to be admitted into
regular classes.
What Is The Cost Of The ESL Program?
Each semester in the ESL program is approximately $5,500. ESL courses are offered at a reduced rate
from degree courses. Therefore, students in the ESL program are not eligible for a scholarship.
What Happens If I Arrive Late To Campus?
International students must arrive by the last day to add classes (as stated in the Academic Bulletin).
Students who are able to be tested for English proficiency prior to the last day to add classes may enroll
in regular classes (if so placed according to the Proficiency Placement Grid). Students who do not arrive
in time to be tested before the last day to add classes will automatically be placed in ESL courses. Any
student arriving after the last day to add a class will be asked to return home and defer his/her
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Appendix A
Degree Program Descriptions-Undergraduate
School of Arts and Sciences
• Arts Administration
o Visual Arts
 For students interested in formal art studio training, or digitally based visual
communication. The Visual Arts Concentration provides you first with a solid
background in studio and art history. We then use a global thematic approach
to help develop your personal vocabulary and interpretive skills, helping you to
utilize these in contemporary applications and discover your own personal
voice.
o Music Industry
 With a Music Industry Concentration, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a
music industry professional. The Musical Arts Curriculum includes a core of
courses in music theory, practices, and historical development, combined with
applied musical study. These courses provide the common foundation of
knowledge that you’ll need for real success. The curriculum includes a core of
courses in music theory, practices, and historical development, combined with
applied musical study. These courses provide the common foundation
knowledge required of all music industry professionals.
• Communication
o Public Relations
 Managing organizational and individual images and campaigns is big business in
today’s real world, and it takes the right kind of talented Public Relations
professionals to make it all happen. At Tiffin University, we offer you the
practical training you’ll need for your successful entry into this fast-paced
field. With our Public Relations Concentration, you’ll learn the writing,
conceptual, and planning and strategy skills so valued by the Public Relations
profession.
o Journalism
 Do you have the desire and motivation to become a working journalist? In this
concentration, our faculty makes it real by teaching you the specific
investigative, writing and production skills necessary to work as professional
journalist. As a student in the Journalism Concentration, you’ll also learn the
tradition and responsibilities of professional journalists
o Electronic Media
 Tiffin University’s Electronic Media Concentration is designed for students
interested in creative or technical positions in film and television, or the
interactive electronic or print design industries. You’ll learn the visual
communication theory and practical hardware and software skills you need to
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• Education
o Responsive, personable, connected, career-oriented– these are all words that can be
used to describe Tiffin University’s innovative Education degree programs. Through a
unique partnership with Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio, TU now offers two
Education majors: Integrated Language Arts and Integrated Social Studies. To learn
more about either program, just click on the links at the left of this page.
• English
o People who can write well are always in demand. From creative writing, script writing
and public relations writing, to editing – it’s all relevant to a host of in-demand
careers. Tiffin University’s English Majors study with professors who have worked in a
variety of fields that demand good writers. In short, this is as real as it gets!
• History
o Tiffin University’s History Major has been developed for the student interested in
pursuing graduate studies in History or related fields. Our History Education Major may
serve as an anchor for individuals seeking to teach social studies at a two-year
community college. As a History Major, you’ll have the opportunity to concentrate on
your own selected areas of specialization.
• General Science
o The General Science major is designed to provide the student with a broad-based
science curriculum with interdisciplinary components for students seeking...
1) certification to teach science at the middle school level, or
2) a broad base of content knowledge and laboratory skills in each of the major scientific
disciplines to pursue a science related career.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in General Science program is multi-disciplinary (requires
basic mastery of several sciences beyond the introductory level) and enables students to
develop skills that relate to a wide variety of topics, ideas, and experiences.
General Science is an appropriate major for students interested in health-related
careers, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and medical
technology. Combined with a second major/minor in English, General Science is an
excellent preparation for a writing career in science, technology, or natural history. In
the business world, General Science students can embark on careers in sales, health
care administrators, and production when combined with a major/minor in business
management or marketing.
School of Business
• Accounting
o Tiffin University’s Accounting Major places an emphasis on flexibility and versatility. You
are taught the skills that will enable you to pursue not only short-term, entry-level
positions, but also long-term career paths that are often beyond the field of accounting.
The program is designed to encourage analytical thinking and decision-making. As a
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(predicting cash flows about economic resources, claims to economic resources, and
changes in economic resources of an organization). This emphasis on developing
student resourcefulness positions our graduates for long-term career success.
This is an education for life!
• Computer and Information Technology
o The Computer and Information Technology (CIT) Major is designed for students who
wish to work with all facets of an organization – from technology to people. The CIT field
is rapidly expanding, as technology continues to develop and change. Your curriculum
reflects this and blends technology, software, programming, business theory and
practice, while emphasizing the application of computers and technology in the business
organization. In the CIT major, an emphasis is placed on versatility and flexibility. You
are taught skills that will enable you to pursue not only short-term, entry-level positions,
but also long-term career paths. The program is designed to encourage analytical
thinking and decision-making. Your TU education provides you with the real advantages
and opportunities you’ll need in today’s ever-evolving global business climate.
• Finance
o Tiffin University’s Finance Major is designed to give you the opportunities to make a real
impact in the real world of business – from the manufacturing, retail and service
industries, to teaching, research and government. This major is as real as it gets!
• Management
o Equine Business
 The Tiffin University Equine Business Management Concentration brings the real
world to you offering opportunities to become part of the dynamic growth of
this challenging and exciting career. The objective of the Equine Business
Management concentration is for students to acquire skills that will make them
more marketable to the horse industry.
Students will learn the fundamentals and practices of equine health and
operations management. Students will be able to communicate with
veterinarians, horse specialists, and horse owners about the issues related to
managing in the industry such as record keeping, veterinary care, and facilities
maintenance. The managerial skills students acquire will make them more
marketable in industries related to the horse business.
o Hospitality and Tourism
 The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)—Hospitality & Tourism
Concentration is designed to provide you with the skills and competencies
necessary for managing in the 21st
Century. Tiffin University takes the approach
of total development of the individual, placing emphasis on your personal as
well as your professional growth. It prepares you for both a career and for
graduate studies. You will develop and hone the managerial problem solving
and strategic thinking skills that will help you become a leader.
o Human Resources Management
 The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree – Human Resources
Management Concentration is designed to provide you with the skills and
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skills you'll need for the effective acquisition, training, appraisal, rewarding and
fair treatment of employees – whether you plan on pursuing a career with a
Fortune 500 company or a small business. And because of the nature of your
business degree, you’ll also be prepared for any number of positions within the
world of business.
Tiffin University takes the approach of total development of the individual,
placing emphasis on your personal as well as your professional growth. It
prepares you for both a career and for graduate studies. You will develop the
managerial problem solving and strategic thinking skills that will help you
become a leader.
o International Business
 The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – International Business
Concentration is designed to provide you with the skills and competencies
necessary for managing in the 21st Century. Tiffin University takes the
approach of total development of the individual, placing emphasis on your
personal as well as your professional growth. It prepares you for both a career
and for graduate studies. You will develop the managerial problem solving and
strategic thinking skills that will help you become a leader.
o Managerial Studies
 The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Managerial Studies
Concentration is designed to provide you with the skills and competencies
necessary for managing in the 21st Century. Tiffin University takes the
approach of total development of the individual, placing emphasis on your
personal as well as your professional growth. It prepares you for both a career
and for graduate studies. You will develop the managerial problem solving and
strategic thinking skills that will help you become a leader.
• Marketing
o It’s true! A recent article in Business Week reported that an astounding 74% of the
Presidents and CEOs of America’s 500 largest corporations rose to the top by beginning
their careers in the marketing department. This makes sense, as marketing has
assumed a key role in today’s business world because of its focus on the customer. That
crucial focus in the world of business is reflected on the TU campus, where the focus is
on you and your education – providing you with the real resources you’ll need for your
real success.
• Sports and Recreating Management
o Sports and Athletic Administration
 The goal of the athletic administration concentration is for students to gain
competency in supervising sports in the interscholastic, intercollegiate, and
professional arenas. Students who enroll in this concentration may seek
employment as coaches, athletic directors, academic coordinators, compliance
directors, team operation specialists, student-athlete service coordinators,

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general managers, ticket operation service specialists, equipment managers,
etc.
o Recreation and Tourism
 The goal of the recreation and tourism concentration is for the students to have
demonstrated competency in the field of recreation at the city, county, state,
and national level. Students who enroll in this concentration may seek
employment in park and recreation settings, tourist destinations, country clubs,
fitness centers, cruise ships, hotels and resorts.
o Sports Marketing
 The goal of the sports marketing concentration is for the students to have
demonstrated competency in segmentation, product development, pricing,
licensing, sponsorship, contract administration, endorsements, and
communication channels such as advertising, sales promotion, and publicity as
they apply to private, municipal, and corporate agencies, retail businesses, sport
teams, or human resource firms.
School of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences
• Corrections
o As a Tiffin University graduate with a major in Corrections, you will be the backbone of
the American Justice System. The Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) Corrections Major is
designed for students who are interested in understanding and working with criminal
offenders. Through this major, you will be equipped to handle the dynamic nature of the
largest facet of the criminal justice system. The program focuses on the relationship of
the field of Corrections to the broader criminal justice system, as well as the evaluation
and treatment of offenders in community supervision, custodial, and community-based
facilities
• Cyber Defense and Information Security
o As a Tiffin University graduate with a major in Cyber-Defense and Information Security,
you will be part of the fastest-growing and most demanding aspect of the criminal
justice and national security system. The Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) Cyber-
Defense and Information Security Major is designed for students who are interested
in managing and supporting information, computer, and network security
operations. Unlike many programs which focus on the technical aspects of computer
security, the TU major in Cyber-Defense and Information Security is focused on the
investigative, policy, and programmatic aspects of this career.
• Forensic Psychology
o Tiffin University’s Forensic Psychology major is designed for students who are interested
in examining the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system. In
this program, you will develop knowledge and expertise in the evaluation and treatment
of offenders, victimology, crisis intervention, counseling, psychopathology, personality
assessment, and research methods.
• Forensic Science
o Students earning a Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) in Forensic Science learn the legal,
ethical, natural science, and laboratory skills necessary for effective professional careers
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be prepared to pursue advanced degrees in criminal justice, forensic science, law, allied
health, and medicine – to name just a few examples.
• Homeland Security/Terrorism
o The Tiffin University Homeland Security/Terrorism major is a relatively new
offering. We developed this Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) major in direct response
to the real security threats posed by transnational terrorist organizations. Protecting
the citizens of our nation is as real as it gets. This major is designed to provide you with
the opportunity to understand homeland security issues and challenges in context of
the new and evolving contemporary operating environment. While terrorism is
certainly a key emphasis, the major also gives you the opportunity to plan for and assess
real world situations from a first responder’s viewpoint.
• Government and National Security
o Tiffin University has developed a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Government and
National Security to help meet the growing and demanding needs of our governing
agencies for motivated and well-educated graduates. Recruiters and other
representatives from the CIA, FBI, Department of Defense, Department of State, U.S.
Secret Service, and U.S. Marshals, among others, have come to TU to encourage our
graduating seniors to apply for permanent positions with their agencies. They look to
TU because they know our graduates have the kind of practical, real-world education
necessary to meet the many security challenges in the coming years.
• Law Enforcement
o The law enforcement profession in the United States confronts some of the most
difficult problems and issues that any nation can experience as it provides public safety
services to our citizens. The Tiffin University Bachelor of Criminal Justice (BCJ) degree
with a major in Law Enforcement provides you with the necessary foundation for
successful employment and practice. At TU you will receive an innovative academic and
practical education in the law, the behavioral sciences, and the political process.
• Psychology
o Addictions Counseling
 The Addictions Counseling Concentration provides the clinical education in
problems of substance use, abuse and dependence, as well as other related and
co-occurring mental health addictive issues. The Addictions Counseling
concentration is designed to meet the educational requirements for Chemical
Dependency Counselor licensure status, as well as the international certification
standards in Addiction Counseling.
o Experimental Psychology
 The Experimental Psychology Concentration provides an in-depth study of
psychology as a science, including additional instruction in hypothesis testing,
empirical methods, and the experimental areas of psychology. Students in this
concentration will complete and present an original psychological research
project.
o Human Services
 The Applied-Human Services Concentration offers an applied psychological and
interdisciplinary understanding of personal and social problems often

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encountered in contemporary society, and it is designed primarily for students
who intend to pursue careers in psychological and social service related fields.
Through its combination of coursework, internship, and self-directed study, this
program prepares students for immediate employment in a wide variety of
helping professions, and serves as a foundation for admission to applied
graduate study in the mental health and community service related fields.
Degree Program Descriptions-Graduate
Master of Business Administration
• Finance
o The Finance concentration enables the student to build upon the solid foundation from
the course work in the MBA program and provides students with greater exposure to
economic and financial business practices. The finance courses provide an opportunity
for students to learn about local, national and international economies in cooperating
and competing markets. Students will explore performance of stocks, bonds,
commodities, and other types of investments. The program prepares students to work
in the field of financial management either independently or with a corporation, bank,
securities firm, non-profit organization or an investment firm.
• General Management
o The General Management Concentration is designed for a mid-career manager who is
interested in moving into general management from functional or operational
management. Students in the General Management Concentration have had successful
careers in marketing, accounting, human resources, or line operations, but now wish to
move into positions of authority that span many different functions.
• Healthcare Administration
o The MBA Healthcare Administration concentration is a program designed for working
professionals employed in the areas of education, child care, social services, health care
and business. The curriculum will focus on management systems, decision making tools,
new technologies, financial management, referral systems as well as current issues in
health law and ethics.
• Human Resource Management
o The Human Resource concentration enables the student to integrate the knowledge and
skills gained from the core coursework in the MBA program in order to address the
issues and challenges faced by today’s human resource management
professional. Students will benefit from exposure to theories and applications involved
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employer/employee relationship, and providing competitive advantages through
strategic human resource policies and practices. People likely to be interested in the
Human Resource Management concentration include mid-level HR professionals and
managers who wish to advance in their professions and become strategic leaders in
their organizations.
• International Business
o The International Business program is designed to enhance the management skills
necessary for effectively operating in the international business environment. Students
in the International Business concentration learn how to think globally about the
business world. Students will broaden their awareness and understanding of the
challenges faced by business in a global economy. Courses are designed to enhance the
knowledge and skills developed in other business courses, as well as to provide
proficiency in the international business areas of international trade, investment,
management, marketing and finance. They will learn how to manage multinational
businesses and turn local and national companies into international success stories. The
International Business concentration is designed for those students who wish to prepare
themselves to manage in businesses that cross national boundaries and to function in
the global business environment. Skills acquired in the major may be used in providing
management and professional expertise to business, government and not-for-profit
organizations.
• Leadership
o The Leadership Concentration is designed for the working professional employed across
a range of professions including education, health care, social services, church,
government, law enforcement, and business. The program centers upon those
characteristics that develop and promote leadership. Within the leadership framework,
the program stresses decision-making and managerial skills.
• Marketing
o The Marketing concentration provides students with the advanced knowledge in
marketing products and services. Students will explore the practices and techniques
commonly used to increase exposure and market positions. Challenges and benefits in
negotiating sponsorships and endorsements allow the students to develop
competencies to potentially maximize revenue for organizations and
individuals. Students will also be exposed to marketing in an international arena.
• Sports Management
o The Tiffin University Master of Business Administration (MBA) concentration in Sports
Management assists students in enhancing your managerial skills through the delivery
of techniques and best practices that integrate academic theory with contemporary
business applications in the sports industry. This is where the classroom meets the real
world of sports! This program places a premium on enhancing applied critical thinking
skills and ethical decision-making practices in a chosen sport industry segment. The
primary goal of the concentration is to assist you in reaching your personal, educational
and professional objectives in a sport-specific environment.

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Master of Criminal Justice and Social Sciences
• Forensic Psychology
o The Forensic Psychology Concentration is offered in a four semester format, with the
addition of an intercession course or thesis option. This concentration is designed for
students interested in examining the relationship between Psychology and the Criminal
Justice system. As a student, you will develop knowledge and expertise in crisis
intervention, counseling, psychopathology, personality assessment, and research
methods.
(Please note that this concentration is currently offered only in Tiffin University's seated
classrooms on Saturday’s, and not through our online program.)

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Conditional Admission Guide Table of Contents
If you received full admission without any conditions into the bachelor’s degree
or master’s degree program, you should disregard this guide. This guide is only
for students who received conditional admission into the English as a Second
Language Program (ESL) or Graduate Bridge Program.
P. 3-5 Undergraduate and graduate students who received admission
to a degree program based on the condition that they first
complete the English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
should read p. 3-5 for additional information about the program
cost and structure.
P. 6-7 For graduate students only who received admission based on
the condition that they first complete the Graduate Bridge
Program should read p. 6-7 for additional information about the
program cost and structure.
All questions regarding conditional admission should be directed to the
International Admissions Office at InternationalAdmissions@tiffin.edu or
+1 419-448-3287.

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English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
What is the English as a Second Language Program?
The English as a Second Language (ESL) program is designed to help international students
achieve English proficiency required by the degree program and expose the student to many
facets of American culture. The ESL program provides an all-around training of English-language
skills in reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
How Many Levels are in the ESL Program?
The ESL program consists of three levels:
Level 1
ESL 101/103/105/110/170
Level 2
ESL 102/ 104/106/112/171
Level 3
ESL 109/114/130/132/172
Why Does a Student Have to Complete the ESL Program At Tiffin University?
Tiffin University requires all students whose native language is not English, and who do not
submit an acceptable English language proficiency test score, to take a battery of tests for
seated courses in any undergraduate or graduate program.
Applicants from the following English-only countries do not need to prove English proficiency:
Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada (except Quebec), Dominica, Grenada, Cayman
Islands, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos
Islands, United Kingdom, and India
What Tests are Required to be Taken Upon Arrival?
Tiffin University requires all other students whose native language is not English, and who do
not submit an acceptable English language proficiency test score, to take the following battery
of tests for seated courses in any undergraduate or graduate program:
1. Accuplacer ESL:
a. Reading Skills
b. Sentence Meaning
c. Language Usage

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2. TU Integrated Essay:
a. Reading passage
b. Related lecture/listening section
c. Essay prompt requiring students to use material from both the reading and the
listening in response
3. TU Oral Interview:
a. Undergraduate students will be interviewed by the ESL director and/or a faculty
member from the school of their major.
b. Graduate students will be interviewed by the Dean and/or the program chair of their
degree program.
What If My English Language Score Met the University Requirements?
Students entering degree programs who have achieved university-stated scores (found in the
Academic Bulletin) on the TOEFL, IELTS, MELAB, Cambridge tests, or any other English
proficiency test accepted by the university will not take the Accuplacer test.
Undergraduates will take the integrated essay test to determine their placement in ENG 140 or
ENG 141 and other credit courses.
Graduate students will take the integrated essay, the oral interview, and a plagiarism/citation
quiz to confirm their ability to research, cite, and respond orally and in writing to the kinds of
integrative questions used in graduate classes. Graduate students who have sufficient TOEFL or
other scores, but who score below a 3.5 on the essay and/or below a 4.4 in the interview will
enter the graduate bridge program. The Graduate Bridge program includes MGT 505/MGT
506/MGT 507 (MBA prerequisites for non-native English speakers who are unfamiliar with
American business and academic writing formats).
What If I Do Not Submit an English Language Score?
Any student can be admitted to Tiffin University without an English language score. Graduate
and undergraduate students who do not have a score from an approved proficiency test will
take the Accuplacer, integrated essay, and oral interview. Students who have received
certificates that indicate completion of English language training at other English-speaking
universities or language schools will not take the Accuplacer, but will take the integrated essay
and oral interview. Students who have taken English classes, but have not completed a formal
program and have no TOEFL, etc., will complete the entire battery of tests to determine
appropriate placement in classes. For graduate students, this includes an additional
plagiarism/citation quiz to confirm their ability to research, cite, and respond orally and in
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How Do I Pass The ESL Program?
Promotions from ESL levels will be based on the scores achieved in the TU battery of proficiency
tests and assigned by the Proficiency Placement Grid. Students will be tested and placed upon
arrival. When they are placed in ESL courses, they must pass those courses in order to be
retested at the end of the semester. Students who do not pass all of the ESL classes in their
level will not be allowed to take the proficiency tests. They must repeat the level. Promotions
will not be granted simply because a student has attended class consistently. Each student
must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and speak according to the requirements for each
ESL level on the Proficiency Placement Grid, e.g. a student in level 1 must achieve scores on the
Accuplacer, essay, and oral interview that attain level 2 (or higher) in order to move to the next
level (or the level their scores indicate; a student may move from level 1 to level 3 or higher if
there is sufficient improvement). Once they have entered the ESL program, students will not be
allowed to move to the next level based on a more recent English proficiency test score
(TOEFLL, IELTS, etc.); they will still be expected to follow the aforementioned promotion policy.
Students must pass each level within two consecutive semesters. Students are allowed to
complete the 3 levels in three consecutive semesters, and they are allowed to enroll full-time in
regular classes upon completion of any level if they earned the scores defined in the Proficiency
Placement Grid.
ATTENTION GRADUATE STUDENTS: After you complete Level 3 of the English as a Second
Language (ESL) Program, you will be required to complete the Graduate Bridge Program. The
graduate bridge program is one semester in length and includes MGT 505/MGT 506/MGT 507.
It is designed to prepare non-English speaking students for graduate level coursework. The
three courses will cover important topics such as Fundamentals of Business Enterprise,
Fundamentals of Quantitative Business Methods, and Fundamentals of Graduate Business and
Research Writing. The total cost of the Graduate Bridge Program is $5,600 and is required.
What Is The Cost Of The ESL Program?
The ESL program tuition cost for each semester $5,500. There is also a charge of $25 per course
for a Language Lab Fee. The most you can possibly pay in any one semester for the program is
$5,625.
What Happens If I Arrive Late To Campus?
International students must arrive by the last day to add classes (as stated in the Academic
Bulletin). Students who are able to be tested for English proficiency prior to the last day to add
classes may enroll in regular classes (if so placed according to the Proficiency Placement Grid).
Students who do not arrive in time to be tested before the last day to add classes will
automatically be placed in ESL courses. Any student arriving after the last day to add a class will
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Graduate Bridge Program
What Is The Graduate Bridge Program?
The Graduate Bridge Program is designed to prepare students for graduate level coursework at
Tiffin University.
Why Does A Student Have To Complete The Graduate Bridge Program At Tiffin
University?
Many students are often unprepared to immediately begin their studies in the MBA program.
The reason for this varies from student to student, but is generally because a student lacks the
proper academic business background or proper research writing skills due to the delivery of
academic content in their home country.
How Long Does The Graduate Bridge Program Take To Complete?
The Graduate Bridge Program takes one semester to complete. After the semester, students
begin their graduate degree coursework.
How Many Courses Does the Graduate Bridge Program Consist Of?
The Graduate Bridge Program consists of three courses:
Course Name Length
MGT505 Fundamentals of Business Enterprise 7 weeks
MGT506 Fundamentals of Quantitative Business
Methods
7 weeks
MGT507 Fundamentals of Graduate Business
Research and Writing
Full Semester
MGT505: Fundamentals of Business Enterprise
This course is the first step in a well-planned learning agenda that prepares students in
understanding the basic tenets of the business environment. Students will be exposed to
common professional components within the Tiffin University MBA program including
Business Policy, Business Ethics, Legal Issues, Globalization, Marketing, and Management
(Organizational Behavior, Human Resources and Operation Management). Students must
receive a B or better in order to move on in graduate program. Cannot be used to fulfill
graduation requirements.
MGT506: Fundamentals of Quantitative Business Methods
This class is for MBA students whose undergraduate studies and/or experience need to be
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in the Tiffin University MBA program. The course provides an overview of Accounting,
Economics, Finance, Information Systems and Statistics. Students must receive a B or
better in order to move on in graduate program. Cannot be used to fulfill graduation
requirements.
MGT507: Fundamentals of Graduate Business Research and Writing.
This course prepares students for whom English is a second language for the rigors of
graduate business education in an American institution. It is designed as a comprehensive
introduction to research writing at the graduate level for those ESL students who are
not proficient in academic research and documentation. The course will cover the
entire research process as it applies to various business disciplines while also further
immersing students in the English language. Students will be exposed to the various
types of research writing with an emphasis on the proper use of English grammar, along
with the proper academic formatting (APA documentation and a complete understanding
of all types of plagiarism). The course will also contain a practicum component in
which students participate in organizational visits, faculty mentoring, English language
immersion events, etc. to optimize the student’s skills level in successfully studying
American graduate business education. Students must receive a grade of “B” or higher
in this course to move into MBA program. If the students fails to pass MGT507 he or
she will be required to repeat the class. This course is to be taken with MGT505 and
MGT506.
What Is The Cost Of The Graduate Bridge Program?
The total cost of the Graduate Bridge Program is $5,600.
What Happens If I Arrive Late To Campus?
International students must arrive by the last day to add classes (as stated in the Academic
Bulletin). Students who are able to be tested for English proficiency prior to the last day to add
classes may enroll in regular classes (if so placed according to the Proficiency Placement Grid).
Students who do not arrive in time to be tested before the last day to add classes will
automatically be placed in ESL courses. Any student arriving after the last day to add a class will
be asked to return home and defer his/her enrollment.