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Private for-profit, 4-Year
Cincinnati, OH

Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati

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

Annual Tuition

$16,400

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

60.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$61,480

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati is a distinguished Private for-profit, 4-Year institution located in Cincinnati, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,400, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 60.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$65,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$31,480

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$249,200

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$564,000

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati is $24,166.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
90.3%
9.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
54.8%
Black
25.7%
Unknown
9.1%
Asian
4.8%
Hispanic
2.7%
Two or more
2.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

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

$16,400

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$28,981
$30k - $48k$28,539
$48k - $75k$29,072
$75k+$27,984

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,166
Pell Grant Recipients56.6%
Using Federal Loans84.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.5%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,196
Avg. Pell Grant$3,950
Avg. State/Local Grant$758
Students Receiving Grants70.0%

* 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

77.8%

Success

60.8%

In-State Cost

$16,400

Age 25+ Students

67.5%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 10

Working at 6yr

2,421 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.