- 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 765 students (70% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,457
- Acceptance Rate: 65%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- 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 Overview
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 240% over five years.
Bryant & Stratton College-Parma
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
136 staff
91 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bryant & Stratton College-Parma has grown by 116% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bryant & Stratton College-Parma diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
765 students
1,334 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
539 students
552 students

# Part-Time Students
226 students
782 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
714 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
539 students
555 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
226 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% Asian
n/a
2%

% Hispanic
8%
5%

% Black
31%
12%

% White
57%
72%

% Two or more races
1%
3%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%

% Unknown races
1%
5%


Diversity Score
0.57
0.46

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
31%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.51%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$24,300
$31,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,457 is more than the state average of $13,993. The private state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,457
$13,993

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
90%

Median Debt for Graduates
$20,884
$18,625

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,533
$6,500

Acceptance Rate
65%
80%

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: 2021 (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.
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