- At Owens, students learn with emerging technologies, innovative instruction, quality programs and community service. Our students discover that there are many pathways that lead to their success. As a learning president and a teacher of learning, we are dedicated to supporting students, from their readiness and success at Owens, to their advancement and transfer to universities or preparedness and placement in the global job market. Owens Community College experience, and we look forward to serving you so that we may collaborate with our educational, industry and community partners to raise and leverage resources for education and workforce training. Together, our shared sense of purpose is to improve lives and to enrich our communities, which we do through the success of our graduates and students.
School Highlights
Owens Community College serves 7,536 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 7,536 students
- In-state tuition: $3,903
- Out-state tuition: $7,575
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Owens Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 655 teachers has grown by 50% over five years.
Owens Community 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
655 staff
91 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Owens Community College has declined by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Owens Community College diversity score of 0.39 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has declined by 28% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,536 students
1,334 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
2,034 students
552 students

# Part-Time Students
5,502 students
782 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
531 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,034 students
555 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,502 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
200 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
9%
5%

% Black
8%
12%

% White
76%
72%

% Two or more races
2%
3%

% Non Resident races
1%
1%

% Unknown races
2%
5%


Diversity Score
0.39
0.46

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
31%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,100
$31,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,903 is less than the state average of $5,192. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,575 is less than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,903
$5,192

Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,575
$10,874

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
90%

Median Debt for Graduates
$15,765
$18,625

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$6,500

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
- Owens Community College began as a technical institute under the jurisdiction of the Ohio Department of Education. The first classes were offered in Toledo on September 13, 1965 with less than 200 students. Two years later, in 1967, the College was chartered by the Ohio Board of Regents as a technical college. In 1983, Owens Community College opened its Findlay-area campus at Cory and Davis streets. In 1994, the College was chartered as a comprehensive state community college with a district encompassing Lucas, Wood and Hancock counties, and parts of Ottawa and Sandusky counties. Owens continues to offer an affordable, quality education to those who are seeking an associate degree, continuing education courses and professional development. Owens Community College allows you to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree and then transfer to any four-year college or university. To enhance this process, Owens has cultivated transfer agreements with over 20 area four-year colleges and universities. The Owens Community College Toledo-area campus covers more than 280 acres and is located near downtown Toledo. The new 60-acre Findlay-area campus is located at 3200 Bright Road on Findlay's northeast side. Between our two campuses in Toledo and Findlay, Owens serves over 45,000 credit and non-credit students annually, yet our average class size is just 15 students. Owens Community College offers more than 150 program areas in Agriculture, Business, Fine and Performing Arts, Health, Public Service, Skilled Trades, Transportation and Technology Pre-Nursing, Skilled Trades and Criminal Justice are among the fastest-growing programs at Owens Community College.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Owens Community College cost?
Owens Community College's tuition is approximately $3,903 for In-State students and $7,575 for Out-State students.
What schools are Owens Community College often compared to?
Owens Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Sinclair Community College, Columbus State Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Owens Community College's ranking?
Owens Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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