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Southern State Community College
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Annual Tuition
$5,687
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
29.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$35,463
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Southern State Community College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Hillsboro, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,687, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 29.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$11,374
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$5,463
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$43,256
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$97,886
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 29%
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 Southern State Community College is $11,457.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$5,687
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
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
58.8%
Success
29.2%
In-State Cost
$5,687
Age 25+ Students
15.5%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 6
Working at 6yr
1,116 students
Local City Insights
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