- Professional Skills Institute is a private college that specializes in Medical training that can be completed within two years or as little as twelve months. Our current program offerings include Associate Degrees in Medical Assisting and Physical Therapist Assisting. In addition, there are diploma programs in Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Specialist, and Practical Nursing. The college was founded in 1984 by Patricia Finch, a Toledo born registered nurse, who had the desire to teach students above and beyond the required clinical and technical skills. At the inception of the college there were only two students and two programs, and the classes were held in a small office space on Airport Highway. Today, there are nearly 400 students at PSI�s newest location at 5115 Glendale Avenue. The student body at PSI is diverse. From the student just graduating from high school to the adult learner who is looking to make a career change, PSI is definitely an alternative to larger colleges and universities.
School Highlights
Professional Skills Institute serves 354 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Private-state tuition: $16,361
- Acceptance Rate: 62%
- Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Professional Skills Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Professional Skills Institute
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
48 staff
93 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Professional Skills Institute has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Professional Skills Institute diversity score of 0.66 is more than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
354 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
354 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
449 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
354 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
40%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
5%
7%
% White
6%
4%
% Hawaiian
41%
64%
% Two or more races
7%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.66
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4167%
0.5417%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,900
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $16,361 is more than the state average of $13,652. The private state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$16,361
$13,652
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,931
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,721
$6,500
Acceptance Rate
62%
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Professional Skills Institute cost?
Professional Skills Institute's private state tuition is approximately $16,361.
What is the acceptance rate of Professional Skills Institute?
The acceptance rate of Professional Skills Institute is 62%, which is lower than the state average of 73%.
What is Professional Skills Institute's ranking?
Professional Skills Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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