- NSCC is a public two-year college that is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. This accreditation allows the College to offer degree and certificate programs in the fields of arts & sciences; business technologies & public services; nursing & allied health; science, technology, engineering and math & industrial technologies.
School Highlights
Northwest State Community College serves 2,777 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,777 students
- In-state tuition: $3,652
- Out-state tuition: $7,090
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Northwest State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 156 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Northwest 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
156 staff
93 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Northwest State Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Northwest State Community College diversity score of 0.55 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,777 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
514 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
2,263 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
201 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
514 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,263 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
% Asian
1%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
7%
7%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
57%
64%
% Two or more races
34%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.55
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3884%
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)
$32,100
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,652 is less than the state average of $4,921. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,090 is less than the state average of $10,849. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,652
$4,921
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,090
$10,849
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,676
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,584
$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
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Active Minds, CRU, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports
Active Minds, CRU, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Northwest State CommunityCollege will be an innovativeleader in education andtraining, a first-choiceinstitution that empowersindividuals and communitiesto achieve a sustainablequality of life. For more information, please visit NorthwestState.edu or call our Admissions team at (419) 267-1320 today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northwest State Community College cost?
Northwest State Community College's tuition is approximately $3,652 for In-State students and $7,090 for Out-State students.
What schools are Northwest State Community College often compared to?
Northwest State Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Washington State Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Northwest State Community College's ranking?
Northwest State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
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