Cheapest Air Transportation Colleges in Ohio

Ohio's Air Transportation programs show dramatic cost variations, with Ohio University's regional campuses offering the lowest net prices at $4,503 to $6,483 annually compared to major research universities reaching $20,918. The state's position as a logistics center, with Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport serving as a major cargo facility and Cleveland Hopkins connecting the Great Lakes region, creates steady demand for aviation professionals. Graduation rates tell an interesting story, ranging from just 12.10% at some regional campuses to 87.70% at Ohio State's main campus, while earnings for graduates typically fall between $44,356 and $50,465 annually.

Programs

$4,503 – $20,918

Net Price Range

$46,519

Avg. Program Earnings

39.7%

Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Air Transportation Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, Ohio	$4,503	$6,178	20.0%
2	Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, Ohio	$5,328	$6,178	19.3%
3	Sinclair Community College Dayton, Ohio	$5,741	$3,435	31.9%
4	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, Ohio	$5,971	$6,178	17.7%
5	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, Ohio	$6,133	$6,178	13.7%
6	Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe, Ohio	$6,483	$6,178	12.1%
7	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$18,292	$12,859	87.7%	52.7%
8	Kent State University at Kent Kent, Ohio	$19,614	$12,846	65.5%	88.0%
9	Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, Ohio	$20,413	$13,746	66.4%	86.5%
10	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, Ohio	$20,918	$14,081	62.8%	78.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Ohio's cheapest and most expensive Air Transportation programs?

Ohio University's regional campuses offer the lowest costs at $4,503-$6,483 net price, while major research universities like Bowling Green State reach $20,918. The regional campuses operate with lower overhead and focus primarily on undergraduate education, though this often comes with significantly lower graduation rates of 12-20% compared to 62-87% at main campuses.

How do graduation rates vary among Ohio's Air Transportation programs?

Graduation rates span a massive range from 12.10% at Ohio University-Chillicothe to 87.70% at Ohio State's main campus. The five Ohio University regional campuses all show graduation rates below 21%, while the major state universities maintain rates above 62%, suggesting different student populations and support systems.

Is there a significant difference in post-graduation earnings across Ohio Air Transportation programs?

Earnings data available for three programs shows a relatively narrow range from $44,356 to $50,465 annually. Ohio University's main campus leads at $50,465, followed by Ohio State at $46,869, while Kent State graduates earn $44,356, indicating fairly consistent career outcomes regardless of program choice.

Where can students find the most affordable Air Transportation education in Ohio?

Ohio University's Eastern Campus in Saint Clairsville offers the lowest net price at $4,503, followed closely by the Southern Campus in Ironton at $5,328. These regional campuses provide significantly lower costs than major universities, though students should weigh the 19-20% graduation rates against potential savings of over $15,000 annually.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.