Cuyahoga Community College District
About Cuyahoga Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cuyahoga Community College, founded in 1963, was Ohio's first community college and teaches across Cleveland. Nursing, allied health and business are its largest programs, and it runs a well known jazz studies program and festival.
Founded
1963
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Students
13,382
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$3,249
Out-of-state: $7,249
Avg Net Price
$4,266
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,654
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
56.7%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.5%
$/Student
$12.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$3,249
In-State
$7,249
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,700
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,189
After Financial Aid
$4,266
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,941
Receive Grants
32.3%
Take Loans
9.4%
Tuition is $3,249/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,266.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cuyahoga Community College District fund their education.
While in School
32.3%
Get Grants
Free money
9.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$18,747
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,150
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$86/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,150, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cuyahoga Community College District.
Gender
60.2%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
13,382
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37.4%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 48.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
13,382
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cuyahoga Community College District fields 7 varsity teams with 129 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
129
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
65
Men
64
Women
3
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cuyahoga Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,654
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$29K
1036 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
116 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$37K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$23K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$38K
42 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.