Ohio Business College-Sandusky

5202 Timber Commons Drive
Sandusky, OH 44870
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • Ohio Business College is dedicated to the ideal that education is growth and that each person should have the opportunity to develop to his or her full potential. Ohio Business College is concerned with developing the total person so that each student will not only acquire the business knowledge and skills necessary for success, but also find a way of life that enriches the mind with understanding and sensitivity to the problems and needs of others. The faculty and administrative staff of Ohio Business College are deeply committed to an ongoing responsibility to and respect for the students, their families, and local business community. Ohio Business College continually works to instill a similar sense of pride and respect in its students and alumni.

School Highlights

Ohio Business College-Sandusky serves 85 students (91% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Ohio Business College-Sandusky ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ohio Business College-Sandusky
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Other Fields
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
20 staff
93 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Ohio Business College-Sandusky has declined by 36% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 5:1 over five years.
The Ohio Business College-Sandusky diversity score of 0.78 is more than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 32% over five years.
Total Enrollment
85 students
757 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
77 students
397 students
# Part-Time Students
8 students
360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
85 students
313 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
77 students
385 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
13%
4%
% Hispanic
5%
6%
% Black
11%
15%
% White
25%
62%
% Hawaiian
35%
2%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
6%
6%
Diversity Score
0.78
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
62%
54%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,600
$31,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $8,500 is less than the state average of $14,014. The private state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$8,500
$14,014
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,417
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,578
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
475
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • In 1903 Lorain Business College was established as private, co-educational institution of higher business education located in downtown Lorain on the corner of Sixth Street and Broadway Avenue. The school operated under the management of C. L. Bair at the same location. In April 1998 name officially changed to Ohio Business College. Ohio Business College has been providing excellence in business education since 1903, with a continuing commitment to excellence and real results. With two Campus Locations, Ohio Business College offers the following business related programs: legal assistant training, business management training, web page design, IT training, as well as degrees in Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, and Administrative Office Assistant. Ohio Business College is also focused on providing adult continuing education programs and resources to enable getting your diploma or degree even that much easier. Ohio Business College is accredited as a business school by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Ohio Business College is authorized to grant Associate Degrees in Applied Buisness by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ohio Business College-Sandusky cost?
Ohio Business College-Sandusky's private state tuition is approximately $8,500.
What is Ohio Business College-Sandusky's ranking?
Ohio Business College-Sandusky ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Diversity in US community colleges.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Private-state tuition: $8,500
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 75%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,163 per year for in-state students and $10,843 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,014 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 70%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.58, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Ohio is International College of Broadcasting. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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