School Highlights
Edison State Community College serves 4,435 students (27% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 4,435 students
- In-state tuition: $4,149
- Out-state tuition: $7,659
- Student:teacher ratio: 24:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Edison State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 183 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Edison State Community College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
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
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
183 staff
93 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Edison State Community College has grown by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 has increased from 21:1 over five years.
The Edison State Community College diversity score of 0.21 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,435 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
1,184 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
3,251 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
187 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,184 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,251 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
3%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
2%
7%
% White
3%
4%
% Hawaiian
89%
64%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.21
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3801%
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)
$30,600
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,149 is less than the state average of $4,921. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,659 is less than the state average of $10,849. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,149
$4,921
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,659
$10,849
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,500
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,541
$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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Edison Community College was chartered in 1973 under provisions of the Ohio Revised Code as the first general and technical college in Ohio. The college thus emerged without special local taxation as a two-year, public, co-educational, state-supported institution of higher learning. Under its charter it is authorized to offer studies in the arts and sciences, technical education and continuing education. By virtue of legislative action, the College's name was changed in 1977 from Edison State General and Technical College to Edison State Community College. From modest beginnings in 1973 in a rented facility, the College has grown in stages to its current campus, located on 131 acres in Piqua. Its enrollment and offerings have grown steadily during its brief history, from 309 students enrolled in 30 courses in 1973 to more than 3,000 students enrolled today in about 30 technical fields, a broad range of baccalaureate transfer programs, developmental course work, and continuing education offerings. Edison offers certification in high-demand computer information technology fields. The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer program provides all the courses leading to full certification. They may be taken for non-credit or taken for credit as part of the Systems Engineering degree. Edison also is a certified Cisco Networking Academy and supplies the training leading to certification as a Cisco Certified Networking Associate. These courses also may be taken for non-credit or credit as part of the Internet Technologies degree. Edison Community College offers five different degrees, two of which are designed for transferring to a four-year college or university, and three which prepare graduates for immediate employment. Providing modern campus facilities and leading-edge computer and Internet technology, Edison Community College cannot be surpassed for its learning environment. The college is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA-Regional).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Edison State Community College cost?
Edison State Community College's tuition is approximately $4,149 for In-State students and $7,659 for Out-State students.
What schools are Edison State Community College often compared to?
Edison State Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Sinclair Community College by visitors of our site.
What sports does Edison State Community College offer?
Edison State Community College offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
What is Edison State Community College's ranking?
Edison State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
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