Bluffton University

Bluffton University Student Activities

Interested in Greek life?

Bluffton University has the Marbeck Center Board. In fact, more students participate in the Marbeck Center Board than any other on-campus activity.

Other popular student organizations at Bluffton University include Multicultural Student Organization, Bluffton Education Association, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Bluffton University Business Leaders.

Bluffton University students' favorite campus events are Dam Jam, Cabaret for a Cause and Riley Creek Festival.

Does Bluffton University Offer Student Housing?

This table offers information on housing at Bluffton University.

Bluffton University offers housing for students. Students are required to live on campus through senior year. First year students are guaranteed on-campus housing.

The majority of Bluffton University students live on campus. In 2023, 89% of undergrads at Bluffton University lived in some kind of on-campus housing and 11% of students lived off-campus or commuted to Bluffton University. First year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Bluffton University offers coed housing and housing for students with disabilities.

Bluffton University Athletics

At Bluffton University there are a variety of athletic options for students interested in joining a sports program.

Intercollegiate sports are the highest tier of college sports and can be very competitive. Intercollegiate teams are regulated by the NCAA, funded by the university, and compete against teams from other universities. The division of a sports team depends on the size of the university, funding, and competition level. An intercollegiate school team will be Division I, II or III, with Division I being the highest level.

Club sports are not regulated by the NCAA and are a great option for students not interested in trying out for an intercollegiate team. Club sports are usually student run but can also be funded by the university.

Intramural sports are the most casual and informal. Intramural sports are often free and require very little time commitment.

Let's take a look at the athletic options available at Bluffton University:

Is Bluffton University Safe?

College is like a home away from home. Whether you're walking to class or coming back from late-night studying (or partying!), it's important to feel safe on campus. The Bluffton University campus has emergency telephones or alarms for students to use anytime of day or night. Campus housing is secure and dorms can only be accessed with secure key cards.

Additionally, Bluffton University has night security guards.

Plan a Visit to Bluffton University

Visiting colleges is one of the best ways to get a sense of the campus and student body. If you'd like to visit Bluffton University, take Interstate 75 to Bluffton, OH. If you need to fly, book your flight to Toledo Express, Dayton International airport.

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