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Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute

Community CollegeTown: Distant

About Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Ohio State's Agricultural Technical Institute teaches in Wooster and is the university's two-year agricultural college, with dormitories and a working farm. Horticulture, animal science and agricultural business are its largest programs.

Founded

1969

Location

Wooster, Ohio

Students

464

Institution

Community College

Known For

HorticultureAnimal ScienceAgriculture

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

Open

Admits all qualified applicants

Graduation Rate

43.3%

Below national average

In-State Tuition

$9,584

Out-of-state: $36,362

Avg Net Price

$17,809

After financial aid

SAT Average

Not required

No test scores requested

Median Earnings

$60,409

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

$60

Early

N/A

Deadline

Jul 15

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
43.3%

Below Average

43.3% complete their degree within three years

Retention

63.2%

Transfer Out

23%

Teaching Quality

14:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

46%

$/Student

$15.0K

Class Size

Medium

The 43.3% graduation rate is below average, but 63.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.

Tuition & Costs

What will you actually pay?

Tuition & Fees

$9,584

In-State

/

$36,362

Out-of-State

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$12,358

Books & Supplies

$1,030

Total Cost of Attendance

$24,595

After Financial Aid

$17,809

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$14,441

Receive Grants

27.1%

Take Loans

41.6%

The total cost of attendance runs about $24,595/yr, including $12,358 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,809.

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 Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute fund their education.

While in School

27.1%

Get Grants

Free money

41.6%

Take Loans

Must repay

$64,713

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$19,976

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$212/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

Students typically graduate with $19,976 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute.

Gender

57.8%

Female

/

42%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

90.3%
3%
2.4%
2.2%
0.2%
0.2%
White
Multiracial
Hispanic
Black
Asian
International

Enrollment

464

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

N/A

Graduates

26.2%

First-Gen

20 yrs

Avg Age

1.7%

Age 25+

Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 26.2% 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

RuralCity
Town: Distant

Town: Distant

Campus Quick Facts

464

Students

community

Institution

Small

Campus Size

N/A

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

AP Credit

No

Teacher Cert

No

ROTC

No

Evening College

Yes

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Instituteearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$60,409

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$51K
6yr
$47K
8yr
$60K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services

$34K

27 grads

1yr Earnings

Animal Sciences

$40K

24 grads

1yr Earnings

Agricultural Business and Management

$35K

23 grads

1yr Earnings

Agricultural Production Operations

$34K

15 grads

1yr Earnings

Plant Sciences

$62K

12 grads

4yr Earnings

Agricultural and Food Products Processing

$52K

9 grads

4yr Earnings

Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $47K at eight, and $60K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute

How much does Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute cost?
Tuition at Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute is $9,584 for in-state students and $36,362 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $24,595/yr, including $12,358 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $17,809.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute?
Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute has a graduation rate of 43.3%. The 43.3% graduation rate is below average, but 63.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute graduates earn?
The median earnings for Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute graduates is $60,409 ten years after enrollment. Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $47K at eight, and $60K by ten. Well above average at every stage.

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.