Ohio Valley College of Technology
Tel:
(330)385-1070
- Ohio Valley College of Technology is an institution of higher learning dedicated to allowing the student to grow both personally and professionally so the student is employable after graduation. OVCT will help you reach your educational goals by providing specialized training in career fields that are necessary to succeed in a competitive job market, while developing communication skills, interpersonal skills and citizenship responsibilities.For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, www.ovct.edu/academic-programs
School Highlights
- Ohio Valley College of Technology serves 146 students (89% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 27:1.
- Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 27%.
- Ohio Valley College of Technology is one of 3 community colleges within Columbiana County, OH.
- The nearest community college to Ohio Valley College of Technology is Kent State University at East Liverpool (4.4 miles away).
Top Placements
Ohio Valley College of Technology places among the top 20% of community colleges in Ohio for:
- Category Attribute
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Ohio Valley College of Technology | (OH) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 12 staff | 35 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 146 students | 734 students |
 | ||
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 | 27:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 130 students | 450 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 16 students | 284 students |
 |  | |
| % Asian | 1% | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 3% |
| % Black | - | 12% |
| % White | 97% | 73% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 1% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.06 | 0.44 |
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| College Completion Rate | 64% | 31% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $22,400 | $30,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- OVCT, founded in 1886, is a two-year private institution offering Occupational Associate Degrees in Applied Business. Located in East Liverpool Ohio, the campus is easily accessible from the intersection of Ohio State Routes 11 & 7 and US Route 30. Offering its students a small college experience allows a more personalized approach to college. Here, instructors genuinely care about their students. With a low student-faculty ratio, more one-on-one attention is provided in the classroom. The college offers career programs in Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting.Nursing Medical Office Administration, Business Administration The Ohio Valley College of Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award Occupational Associate Degrees in Applied Business and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Ohio Valley College of Technology is Kent State University at East Liverpool (4.4 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- 1,481 students | 4.40 Mi400 E 4th St
East Liverpool, OH 43920
(330)385-3805 4.401,481 - 2,255 students | 13.90 Mi1 Campus Drive
Monaca, PA 15061
(724)480-2222 13.902,255 - 1,799 students | 18.70 Mi2491 State Route 45 South
Salem, OH 44460
(330)332-0361 18.701,799 - n/a students | 21.70 Mi4000 Sunset Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952
(740)264-5591 21.70n/a - 2,045 students | 26.80 Mi1111 McKee Road
Oakdale, PA 15071
(412)809-5100 26.802,045
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