- Sinclair Community College offers transfer and technical associate degree programs, certificate programs, and continuing education opportunities; provides quality instruction, educational activities, counseling, support services, and assessment tools to facilitate the growth and development of lifelong learning and to assist individuals to achieve personal and professional goals and prepare today's work force to meet the needs of a rapidly changing technologically advanced, global economy through traditional and non-traditional alternatives.
School Highlights
Sinclair Community College serves 18,544 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 18,544 students
- In-state tuition: $3,438
- Out-state tuition: $6,592
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sinclair Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 1,351 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Sinclair Community College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
1,351 staff
93 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Sinclair Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Sinclair Community College diversity score of 0.51 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
18,544 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
3,467 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
15,077 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
144 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,467 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
15,077 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
15%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
7%
% White
4%
4%
% Hawaiian
68%
64%
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
26.37%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2716%
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,438 is less than the state average of $4,921. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,592 is less than the state average of $10,849. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,438
$4,921
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,592
$10,849
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,924
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,493
$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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- As a comprehensive community college, Sinclair offers a variety of important services like University transfer classes and programs (like art, humanities, and sciences); direct-to-work career programs (like health and engineering programs); custom training classes for business workers; a full-service conference and banquet center and Expert consulting and assistance to numerous community initiatives. With our enrollment of 24,000 students, our single-campus college in downtown Dayton, Ohio, is among the largest community college campuses in America. Our remarkable faculty, staff, and students exhibit quality as evidenced by frequent national and state awards. We are also proud to be members of the board of the League for Innovation in the Community College. Sinclair is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Sinclair is also a member of the Ohio Association of Community Colleges. Programs of study are approved by the Ohio Board of Regents. Sinclair is authorized to grant associate degrees in arts, sciences, applied science, and individualized and technical study.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sinclair Community College cost?
Sinclair Community College's tuition is approximately $3,438 for In-State students and $6,592 for Out-State students.
What is Sinclair Community College's ranking?
Sinclair Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Sinclair Community College located?
Sinclair Community College is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Dayton, OH.
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