- For well over a century, Bryant & Stratton's fundamental mission has been to provide individuals with skills that are immediately transferable to the workplace and to help them develop in their careers. From Dr. J. C. Bryant's Business Practice "learning lab" of the 1850's to the Active Learning of today, and from early correspondence courses conducted via mail to online education and training conducted via the Internet, Bryant & Stratton has evolved into an educational institution poised for the 21st century, committed to the same principles set forth by its founders. Bryant & Stratton College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
School Highlights
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma serves 624 students (63% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,457
- Acceptance Rate: 65%
- Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 57%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 60% over five years.
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1854
Total Faculty
54 staff
24 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bryant & Stratton College-Parma has declined by 18% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Bryant & Stratton College-Parma diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
624 students
612 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
393 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
231 students
270 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
624 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
393 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
231 students
402 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
5%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
40%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
43%
62%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
8%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.58
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
30%
23%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,300
$31,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $15,457 is more than the state average of $13,751. The private state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,457
$13,751
Tuition Notes
Information available upon request.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
91%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,884
$18,562
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,533
$6,516
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
65%
80%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Bryant & Stratton College is America's premiere private career college. For 150 years, Bryant & Stratton College has been helping students develop meaningful career skills in a concise, contemporary and effective manner � providing graduates with the marketable job skills they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Bryant & Stratton College's 15 degree programs provide you with cutting edge skills as well as real-world experience, giving you a decided advantage in fields with exciting futures. Through accelerated degree programs and flexible schedules, including day, evening, weekend or online courses, Bryant & Stratton College can get you into the workforce faster � a career-focused approach that has helped 90% of recent Bryant & Stratton College graduates find placement within their chosen fields. Our Bachelor Degree programs can help take your career to the next level. Plus, you can enhance your professional development and opportunities through our Professional Skills Center (PSC) that offers courses in leadership, teamwork, sales performance and more. You can also take special certification and licensing courses through PSC that meet the requirements of associations and regulatory agencies in a range of industries, from business and technology to healthcare and financial services. Bryant & Stratton College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bryant & Stratton College-Parma cost?
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma's private state tuition is approximately $15,457.
What is the acceptance rate of Bryant & Stratton College-Parma?
The acceptance rate of Bryant & Stratton College-Parma is 65%, which is lower than the state average of 80%.
What is Bryant & Stratton College-Parma's ranking?
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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