- With campuses located in Newark, Coshocton and Mount Vernon, Central Ohio Technical College offer Ohio residents access to quality programming, market-driven technology and the first step on a pathway of lifelong learning. Partnerships with other institutions make it possible for COTC graduates to transition on toward a bachelor�s degree.
School Highlights
Central Ohio Technical College serves 3,182 students (20% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 3,182 students
- In-state tuition: $4,296
- Out-state tuition: $7,056
- Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
- Minority enrollment: 36%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central Ohio Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 57% over five years.
Central Ohio Technical College
(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
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1971
Campus Size
200 acres
Total Faculty
93 staff
24 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Central Ohio Technical College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Central Ohio Technical College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,182 students
612 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
636 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
2,546 students
270 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
636 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
636 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
3%
6%
% Black
13%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
64%
62%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Unknown races
8%
8%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.58
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
59%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)
$33,500
$31,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $4,296 is less than the state average of $5,027. The in-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,056 is less than the state average of $10,828. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,296
$5,027
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,056
$10,828
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
91%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,633
$18,562
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,415
$6,516
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Central Ohio Technical College offers state-of-the-art associate degree and certificate programs in rapidly growing career fields including business, computers, engineering, health care and public service. Recently named Ohio's fastest growing college, record breaking enrollment growth and new programming are attracting students to the education and training necessary to be successful in the job market of today and tomorrow. Preparing students to enter today's technology-driven workforce, Central Ohio Technical College offers state-of-the-art associate degree and certificate programs in rapidly growing career fields including business, computers, engineering, health care and public service. Recently named Ohio's fastest growing college, record breaking enrollment growth and new programming are attracting students to the education and training necessary to be successful in the job market of today and tomorrow. COTC provides students an experience inside as well as outside the classroom through a variety of student organizations, intramural and intercollegiate sports, campus housing and student government. Construction will begin this year on the Newark campus for a new student union and library providing space for education as well as socialization. The Newark Campus Student Activities Program provides an array of cultural and social programs including theater, music, special events, lectures, special interest groups, service and professional organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Ohio Technical College cost?
Central Ohio Technical College's tuition is approximately $4,296 for In-State students and $7,056 for Out-State students.
What is Central Ohio Technical College's ranking?
Central Ohio Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Highest completion rates.
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