Hocking College
About Hocking College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hocking College teaches in Nelsonville, in the Appalachian foothills of southeastern Ohio, and is built around the woods around it: wildlife management, forestry and natural resources are among its largest programs. It keeps dormitories.
Founded
1968
Location
Nelsonville, Ohio
Students
1,311
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
37.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,540
Out-of-state: $10,290
Avg Net Price
$13,704
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,791
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
37.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
42.9%
Transfer Out
5%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.8%
$/Student
$9.4K
Class Size
Small
The 37.2% 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
$5,540
In-State
$10,290
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,060
Books & Supplies
$600
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,171
After Financial Aid
$13,704
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,364
Receive Grants
45.6%
Take Loans
50.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $19,171/yr, including $10,060 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $13,704.
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 Hocking College fund their education.
While in School
45.6%
Get Grants
Free money
50.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,100
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,584
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$123/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,584, 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 Hocking College.
Gender
49.8%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,311
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.3%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
17%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 45.3% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,311
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hocking College fields 8 varsity teams with 261 student athletes, about 20% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
261
20% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
84% / 16%
218
Men
43
Women
6
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hocking Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,791
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
$27K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$43K
40 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$62K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
$28K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
—
20 grads
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
—
20 grads
Median earnings are $38K 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.