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Public, 4-Year
Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OH. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,400

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

18.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$40,137

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Cincinnati, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,400, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 18.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$21,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$10,137

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$79,770

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$181,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 18%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is $14,715.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.7%
38.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
50.1%
Black
26.8%
Unknown
10.2%
Two or more
4.0%
Hispanic
3.5%
Asian
2.9%
International
2.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,400

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$5,920
$30k - $48k$6,127
$48k - $75k$8,018
$75k+$12,544

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$14,715
Pell Grant Recipients30.1%
Using Federal Loans24.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

62.5%

Success

18.2%

In-State Cost

$5,400

Age 25+ Students

31.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 8

Working at 6yr

4,520 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Cincinnati (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Cincinnati (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Cincinnati

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$810

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$919

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,195

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Cincinnati metropolitan area.