The University of Toledo, a student-centered public metropolitan research university, integrates learning, discovery and engagement, enabling students to achieve their highest potential in an environment that embraces and celebrates human diversity, respect for individuals and freedom of expression. The University strives for excellence in its service to all constituents, and commits itself to the intellectual, cultural and economic development of our community, state, nation and the world.

Points of Pride:

• The student/faculty ratio at UT is 22 to 1.
• Since 1996 UT holds a total of 86 patents. Only Ohio State, Case Western University of Akron and the University of Cincinnati have more patents in the state.
• The University of Toledo has the largest distance learning program in Ohio.
• The University of Toledo has the highest graduation rate of all of Ohio's open enrollment universities.
• The UT National Youth Sports Program was named the best in the U.S. in 2004.