James A Rhodes State College

4240 Campus Dr
Lima, OH 45804
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Tel: (419) 221-1112
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  • Rhodes State College is a public, state-assisted institution of higher learning which is chartered to provide degree granting career education programs, non-credit workforce development, and consulting for business and industry. The College prepares students for entry into careers, develops the regional workforce through credit and non-credit occupational training, and offers curricular programs that prepare students for transfer completion baccalaureate programs at selected colleges and universities.
School Highlights
  • James A Rhodes State College serves 3,657 students (36% of students are full-time).
  • The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is lower than the state community college average of 27:1.
  • Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 27%.
  • James A Rhodes State College is one of 3 community colleges within Allen County, OH.
  • The nearest community college to James A Rhodes State College is Ohio State University-Lima Campus (0.0 miles away).

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James A Rhodes State College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Ohio for:

School Overview

  • The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
James A Rhodes State College(OH) Community College Avg.
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsFour or more years
Institution ControlPublicPrivate, non-profit
Total Faculty147 staff35 staff
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Student Body

  • The student population of James A Rhodes State College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
  • The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has stayed the same over five years.
  • The James A Rhodes State College diversity score of 0.13 is less than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment3,657 students734 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio25:127:1
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# Full-Time Students1,310 students450 students
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# Part-Time Students2,347 students284 students
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% Asian		-
1%
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% Hispanic
2%
3%
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% Black
4%
12%
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% White
93%
73%
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Diversity Score0.130.44
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College Completion Rate
19%
31%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$33,200$30,800
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Finances and Admission

  • The public in-state tuition of $4,045 is less than the state average of $5,885. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
  • The public out-state tuition of $8,090 is less than the state average of $11,160. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees$4,045$5,885
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Out-State Tuition Fees$8,090$11,160
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid83%92%
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Median Debt for Graduates$16,645$21,250
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Median Debt for Dropouts$7,090$6,834
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Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS

School Notes

  • Lima Technical College was officially chartered in 1971 as a state, public assisted associate degree granting institution of higher education. A study conducted by community leaders in 1967 revealed the need for a number of technical educational programs to satisfy the employment demands of area businesses, industries and agencies. As a result, Penta Technical Institute of Perrysburg (now known as Owens Community College) established instructional programs on the Lima Campus in 1969. In the fall quarter of that year, a total of 49 students enrolled in the nursing program, the only course of instruction offered. Today, the College's on-line coursework and off-campus learning centers serve approximately 21 Ohio counties. The College has become West Central Ohio's largest two-year college, with nearly 3,000 students, offering more than 90 Associate degrees, majors and certificates programs. Additionally, it is the region's leading workforce development trainer, providing more than 2,100 specialized training courses to 18,000 employees in the past five years. Effective June 24, 2002, the College formally changed its name to James A. Rhodes State College, in honor of the former Ohio Governor who spearheaded the state's two-year college system. We prepare students to enter the workforce and assist them in pursuing their educational, career, and personal goals through exceptional program offerings in allied health, nursing, business, public service, information and engineering technologies. The Campus is located on 545 acres, 3 miles east of Lima. Rhodes State College is easily accessible. Classroom and laboratory space, comprising a total of 359,000 square feet, is available to sustain current programs in technical and continuing education. James A. Rhodes State College has gained accreditation from The Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Quick Stats (2020-21)
  • Students: 3,657 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,045
  • Out-state tuition: $8,090
  • Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
  • Minority enrollment: 7%
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For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,885 per year for in-state students and $11,160 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,841 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 82%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.44, which is lower than the national average of 0.65. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Herzing University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.
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