Tri State Fort Wayne is located in a medium-sized city, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Tri State Fort Wayne top out at the Bachelor's degree.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Students at Tri State Fort Wayne often study business and management and security and law enforcement.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply.
Tri State Fort Wayne offers classes to 117 students (53 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school.
Tri State Fort Wayne has a large share of part-time students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Mission of Tri-State University, a private institution founded in 1884, is to provide career-oriented higher education in the areas of engineering, business, arts and sciences and teacher education in a learning environment in which students receive personal attention through small classes and excellent teaching. The Institution's undergraduate and graduate programs encourage and foster lifelong learning that prepare graduates to be productive in professional-level positions early in their careers, to advance to leadership roles, and to provide service to society. The purposes of Tri-State University are as follows: I. to provide students with educational tools needed to develop careers of leadership in their chosen professions; II. to provide students with general education courses and activities that expose them to a variety of academic disciplines, broadening their cultural horizons; III. to provide students with continuing programs that respond to contemporary needs of businesses and industries in the community and region; IV. to provide students with opportunities to pursue graduate studies, lifelong learning and professional expertise; and V. to provide students with higher education designed to enable them to be contributing citizens of local, regional and international communities, primarily in the areas of engineering, business and teacher education."
More complete details are provided below.
Tri - State University - Fort Wayne Campus
9910 Dupont Circle Drive East
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
General Phone: (260) 483-4949
Admissions Phone: (260) 483-4949
Financial Aid Phone: (260) 665-4116
http://www.tristate.edu
Tri State Fort Wayne awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 35 | business administration, accounting, business management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 10 | criminal justice and administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Tri State Fort Wayne in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 45 | 4 |
In 2005, Tri State Fort Wayne had a total enrollment of 117 students (53 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 50% |
| Part-Time | 50% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 20% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 20% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 100% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fort Wayne, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2 | 2 | 100% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 2 | 2 | 100% | 2 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (260) 483-4949
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 6,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 6,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Tri State Fort Wayne participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 183901)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (260) 665-4116
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Tri State Fort Wayne Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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