- In life's competitive field of action, it is most important that we are well prepared with basic and practical skills, techniques, and knowledge which will always insure our future, provide us with employment, enable us to rise with confidence and dignity to desirable social and economic levels, and give us solid security. Career college training provides these advantages. Gallipolis Career College's emphasis is on keeping pace with new knowledge and technologies that are being brought into our overall business and educational areas.
School Highlights
Gallipolis Career College served 96 students (50% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
School Overview
Gallipolis Career College
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
6 staff
93 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
96 students
533 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
48 students
397 students
# Part-Time Students
48 students
360 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
96 students
308 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
48 students
385 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
380 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
n/a
15%
% White
100%
62%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
6%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.58
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
43%
22%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2197%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$17,000
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$12,050
$5,023
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,050
$10,825
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$27,625
$20,581
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,125
$7,090
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: 2016 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The college was founded in 1962 under the name of Gallipolis Business College. Originally located on State Street in Gallipolis, the college was moved to 36 Locust Street in 1964. In 1978, it was moved to the Spring Valley Plaza, 1176 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis. In 1984, the college changed its name to Southeastern Business College. In January, 1990, Southeastern Business College was purchased by the Shirey Corporation. The college changed its name to Gallipolis Career College in October 1998. The Shirey Corporation is locally owned by Robert and Jeanette Shirey. At GCC, you will find an atmosphere conducive to learning. Our average student to teacher ratio is a low 11:1. That means individualized attention is available to all students. We also offer free tutoring to our students to ensure each one is able to reach his or her full potential. At Gallipolis Career College, we are dedicated to providing the most technologically advanced computer labs in the area. We are constantly surveying local businesses to find what skills we need to provide to produce the best employees possible. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas and associate degrees and licensed by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools to grant Associate Degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gallipolis Career College cost?
Gallipolis Career College's tuition is approximately $12,050 for In-State students and $12,050 for Out-State students.
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