The University of Findlay
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Best Online Engineering Programs in Findlay, OH (2026)
Findlay, Ohio has 5 accredited schools offering engineering programs. Findlay has a population of about 40,280. Median household income is $57,344 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 29.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Ohio, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $166,870 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Engineering Schools to Findlay
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer engineering programs near Findlay. Distances are calculated from Findlay city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Findlay. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Ohio Northern University
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James A. Rhodes State College
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Terra State Community College
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University of Northwestern Ohio
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Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Ohio schools on the Ohio engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Findlay
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Ohio, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $96,220 |
| Electrical Engineer | $100,620 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $99,100 |
| Chemical Engineer | $111,200 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $138,440 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $111,550 |
| Environmental Engineer | $113,180 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $166,870 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Findlay at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 40,280 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $57,344 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 29.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Engineering-related employment in Hancock County | 178 workers, 27 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Findlay-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Bowling Green, OH – 22.9 mi away (32,335 pop)
- Lima, OH – 32.5 mi away (70,296 pop)
- Perrysburg, OH – 34.0 mi away (21,592 pop)
- Fremont, OH – 34.5 mi away (22,737 pop)
- Marion, OH – 41.2 mi away (45,718 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering schools are near Findlay, OH?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering engineering programs near Findlay. The closest is The University of Findlay in Findlay, OH (0.8 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is University of Northwestern Ohio (33.1 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles in Ohio?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles in Ohio are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($166,870), Aerospace Engineer ($138,440), Environmental Engineer ($113,180). Wages for Findlay workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Bowling Green instead of Findlay?
Bowling Green, OH is 22.9 miles from Findlay and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Findlay an affordable place to study engineering?
Findlay’s median household income of $57,344 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Findlay while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Ohio public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.