- Cincinnati State Technical and Community College provides student focused, accessible quality technical and general education, academic transfer, experiential and cooperative education, and workforce development. Degrees and certificates are offered in the areas of Business, Health and Public Safety, Humanities, Engineering, IT and The Midwest Culinary Institute. After earning your associates degree there are growing opportunities to obtain dual degrees with The University of Cincinnati, for example Culinology & Hospitality Management. Wilmington College, Tiffin University, and Lindsey Wilson College offer some of their bachelor's degree programs online and through classes on our campus. Franklin University and the University of Toledo offer our graduates degree completion for some of their programs online, making it easy to obtain your bachelor's degree.
School Highlights
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College serves 9,683 students (21% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 9,683 students
- In-state tuition: $3,825
- Out-state tuition: $7,393
- Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
- Minority enrollment: 48%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 465 teachers has declined by 15% over five years.
Cincinnati State Technical and Community 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
Total Faculty
465 staff
24 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Cincinnati State Technical and Community College has grown by 40% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Cincinnati State Technical and Community College diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has grown by 12% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,683 students
612 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
1,990 students
342 students
# Part-Time Students
7,693 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
9,683 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,990 students
342 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,693 students
402 students
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
4%
6%
% Black
23%
16%
% White
52%
62%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
11%
8%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
5%
59%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
17%
23%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,900
$31,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,825 is less than the state average of $5,027. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,393 is less than the state average of $10,828. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,825
$5,027
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,393
$10,828
Tuition Notes
$160. 40 per credit
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,173
$18,562
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,661
$6,516
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Chartered by the Ohio Board of Regents in 1969, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College offers Over 75 associate degree programs and majors, and over 40 certificate programs. The college is one of the ten largest co-op education programs in the nation as measured by the number of student placements. Cincinnati State is a two-year, open-enrollment, technical and community college. The main campus where most of the courses are offered is a commuter-based campus located just north of Cincinnati. The college offers programs that lead to a high-tech career or to a four-year degree, degrees providing easy transfer into the junior year at local/regional colleges and universities. The college is accredited by the North Central Association of College and Schools.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cara Morman, LJB, Inc, 2021 -
- Marlin Cannon, 2021 -
- Alexis Duenkelsbuehler, British Embassy in Mexico City, 2019 -
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cincinnati State Technical and Community College cost?
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College's tuition is approximately $3,825 for In-State students and $7,393 for Out-State students.
Who are famous alumni from Cincinnati State Technical and Community College?
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College famous alumni include: Cara Morman, LJB, Inc, 2021, Marlin Cannon, 2021 and Alexis Duenkelsbuehler, British Embassy in Mexico City, 2019.
What is Cincinnati State Technical and Community College's ranking?
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Cincinnati State Technical and Community College located?
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is located in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
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