The University of Toledo (UT)

The University of Toledo is the regional force powering opportunities to learn, care, work and play. A public R1 research university and academic medical center, UToledo has been improving the lives of our students, patients, employees and neighbors f our students, patients, employees and neighbors in the greater northwest Ohio community since 1872. We are proud to unlock the potential of our students, supporting their success through innovative academic programs, caring faculty and engaging experiential learning opportunities. UToledo has a safe campus in a vibrant city where students can fuel their passions through more than 400 student organizations and join friends to cheer for one of 16 NCAA Division 1 Rockets Athletics teams. At The University of Toledo, we’re shaping the next generation of doers. Those who dare to do what others only dream. Ranked among the Best Colleges in the country by U.S. News & World Report and recognized as a Top Performer on Social Mobility, UToledo provides a high-quality education at an affordable cost. We are proud to offer a Tuition Guarantee that puts a UToledo degree within reach for more families and to serve a student body that is 26% first-generation. We are committed to student success as demonstrated in our student outcomes. At UToledo, students learn from the experts and get unique opportunities for career and personal growth. More than 171,000 alumni are positively impacting their communities across the world. UToledo is known nationally as a leader in solar energy innovation, water quality research, cellular research and astrophysics. With a growing research enterprise, UToledo tackles the challenges of today while engaging students as early as their first year to participate in undergraduate research. UToledo is recognized among the country’s top-tier research universities with the prestigious R1 Classification. The University earned the recognition for very high research activity in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education announced in February 2025. In 1868, Jesup Wakeman Scott had a dream. The Toledo newspaper editor believed that the center of world commerce was moving westward to Toledo. In 1872, he donated 160 acres of land as an endowment for a university to train the city's young people. The Toledo University of Arts and Trades was incorporated on Oct. 12, 1872. It created the foundation for The University of Toledo that has been transforming lives for more than 150 years. The University of Toledo is proud to be the city of Toledo's university. The University contributes $2.8 billion to the regional economy with an economic impact that accounts for approximately 6.1% of the region’s total gross regional product. Statewide, public higher education has a $68.9 billion total impact, representing 8.8% of Ohio’s total gross state product. The University of Toledo improves the human condition as a public research university and academic medical center whose mission is to educate students to become future-ready graduates, cultivate leaders, create and advance knowledge, care for patients and engage our local, national and global communities. The University of Toledo will impact the present and shape the future through our actions and discoveries. To achieve this vision, we will: Prioritize student success, health and well-being; Create a diverse community built on foundations of respect, inclusion and belonging; Embrace a people-first culture where we are known for outstanding student experiences, alumni and donor engagement, patient satisfaction and as an employer of choice; Launch graduates equipped to think critically, act ethically, collaborate and communicate effectively in diverse environments, and apply their knowledge and skills to analyze and solve real-world problems; Build on our distinct strengths and invest in areas that increase the University’s impact; Foster research, innovation, discovery and creative work that transform our world; Partner with our communities to advance our mutual success and create opportunity for all; Inspire a love of life-long learning and commitment to serving others; and Develop and strengthen relationships that invest in our mission to improve the human condition. Academic Excellence – We embrace the highest standards of achievement, challenging our students, faculty and staff to reach their greatest potential. People-Centered – We prioritize our relationships with our students, faculty, staff, patients, alumni and donors, creating a culture where everyone feels valued, supported and part of the Rocket family. Inclusion – We foster belonging, equity and respect for all as part of our commitment to valuing diversity of people and ideas. Community – We advance the public good in our regional, state, national and global communities through service and collaboration. Research and Innovation – We impact the world around us through innovation in discovery, integration, application, teaching and creative works. Integrity – We are trustworthy, acting with honesty, transparency, accountability and authenticity in all we do. Efficiency and Effectiveness – We ensure long-term success through fiscal stability, sustainability, alignment, efficiency and operational excellence. ...view more