James A Rhodes State College

4240 Campus Dr
Lima, OH 45804
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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 3,324 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 28%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 3,324 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,045
  • Out-state tuition: $8,090
  • Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 9%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

James A Rhodes State College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 222 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
James A Rhodes State College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
222 staff
91 staff
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Student Body

The student population of James A Rhodes State College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The James A Rhodes State College diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has declined by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,324 students
1,334 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
594 students
552 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,730 students
782 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
185 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
594 students
555 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,730 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% Asian
n/a
2%
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% Hispanic
1%
5%
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% Black
4%
12%
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% White
91%
72%
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% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
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Diversity Score
0.17
0.46
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
33%
31%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,200
$31,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,045 is less than the state average of $5,192. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,090 is less than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,045
$5,192
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,090
$10,874
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
89%
90%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$13,040
$18,625
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in James A Rhodes State College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,835
$6,500
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in James A Rhodes State College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
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

  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does James A Rhodes State College cost?
James A Rhodes State College's tuition is approximately $4,045 for In-State students and $8,090 for Out-State students.
What is James A Rhodes State College's ranking?
James A Rhodes State College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 3,324 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,045
  • Out-state tuition: $8,090
  • Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Minority enrollment: 9%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,192 per year for in-state students and $10,874 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,993 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.46, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Davis College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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