The Ohio State University at Lima

4240 Campus Dr
Lima, OH 45804
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
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School Highlights

The Ohio State University at Lima serves 998 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 28%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 998 students
  • In-state tuition: $9,212
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Ohio State University at Lima ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Ohio State University at Lima
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges--General
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
4 or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
107 staff
91 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
200
40

Student Body

The student population of The Ohio State University at Lima has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The The Ohio State University at Lima diversity score of 1.00 is more than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has grown by 198% over five years.
Total Enrollment
998 students
1,334 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
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# Full-Time Students
800 students
552 students
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# Part-Time Students
198 students
782 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
887 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
800 students
555 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
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8 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
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
n/a
5%
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% Black
n/a
12%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in The Ohio State University at Lima and the percentage of Black community college students in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
n/a
72%
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% Two or more races
n/a
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
5%
Diversity Score
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0.46
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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)
2.53%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$48,900
$31,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $9,212 is more than the state average of $5,192. The in-state tuition has grown by 29% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$9,212
$5,192
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Tuition Notes
Cost of tuition at Ohio State Lima for the 2023-24 academic year (includes autumn and spring terms) For the most up-to-date costs visit: undergrad.osu.edu/costs
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
89%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in The Ohio State University at Lima and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,500
$18,625
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in The Ohio State University at Lima 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
$6,500
$6,500
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in The Ohio State University at Lima 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
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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

  • The Ohio State University at Lima offers 13 four-year Bachelor's Degree programs and provides access to the 200+ Ohio State majors, allowing students the opportunity to choose a unique program best suited for their individual academic needs.In addition to Bachelor's Degrees, Ohio State Lima offers two degree completion programs and pre-professional preparation.
  • You can complete a number of degrees,or start any major, right here.
  • Complete 13 degrees at Ohio State Lima
  • Choose from 200+ majors and minors, including emergingand high-demand career fields
  • Finish 1 to 3 years (depending on the major) at the Lima campusbefore transitioning to Columbus to complete your degree
  • Seamlessly transition to the Columbus campus after completing30 course hours with a 2.0 GPA or higher. (A few majors requirea higher GPA; talk to us for details)
  • Learn more today by visiting lima.osu.edu/future-students
Profile last updated: 08/15/2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Ohio State University at Lima cost?
The Ohio State University at Lima's tuition is approximately $9,212 for In-State students.
What schools are The Ohio State University at Lima often compared to?
The Ohio State University at Limais often viewed alongside schools like Clark State Community College, James A Rhodes State College by visitors of our site.
What is The Ohio State University at Lima's ranking?
The Ohio State University at Lima ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 998 students
  • In-state tuition: $9,212
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Source: Verified school update

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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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