The predecessor of The University of Findlay, Findlay College, was founded on January 28, 1882 by the city of Findlay and the Churches of God General Conference. By 1897, the college had established an endowment of more than $100,000 and boasted sixteen faculty members. In 1989, Findlay College became known as the University of Findlay. The campus, still affiliated with the Church of God, embarked on a building campaign, adding five new buildings over the next several years. By the start of the twenty-first century, the institution boasted sixty-five different areas of undergraduate study and eight graduate programs.

The university is especially well known for its equestrian studies program and offers equestrian riding as a varsity sport. The University of Findlay has experienced substantial growth over the past couple of decades and tripled in size of enrollment, staff, and facilities. For example, recently in 2012, the university added structures to Davis Street to host its esteemed pharmacy program.

The University of Findlay has a long history of welcoming international students to our campus and community. The Office of International Admissions and Services believes very strongly in our mission: To recruit and market UF programs to qualified students from around the world; therefore, promoting diversity and culture within our campus community. To provide accurate and timely processing of transcript evaluations and paperwork for admission decisions. To welcome and acclimate international students to campus life and the city of Findlay. To maintain student status requirements for all government regulations. To provide social/educational activities to encourage student interaction as well as enabling students to learn about the customs of American culture.??

Tim Beckman head football coach at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign Dennis Canfield head coach and part-owner of the Jamestown Jets R. Clint Cole U.S. Representative Ralph D. Cole U.S. Representative Joanie Dodds American fashion model Edward L. Feightner World War II flying ace, test pilot, and Blue Angels pilot John W. Grabiel Arkansas politician Gary Harpst CEO of Six Disciplines Charlie Parker (basketball coach) basketball coach Stacy Westfall professional horse trainer Amy Harber Hollywood actress Jennifer Wolfe- Astronaut.

Alumni Association:www.findlay.edu/offices/advancement/alumni/

The University of Findlay is located in Findlay, Ohio, a small city that is pleasant and safe. Findlay has been designated a “dreamtown” by Demographics Daily, and it has been repeatedly named one of the top 10 “micropolitan” areas (small cities) in the U.S. by Site Selection magazine. Findlay is the only city in Ohio to have been named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People three consecutive times by America’s Promise Alliance, an organization founded by Colin Powell.