Cheapest Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians Colleges in Ohio

Ohio's industrial production technology programs show dramatic cost differences, with University of Akron charging just $14,981 net annually while University of Dayton reaches $31,236. Nine schools offer these programs across the state, preparing students for Ohio's manufacturing sector where companies like Honda rely on skilled technicians. Graduates typically earn between $55,512 and $63,005, making the field financially rewarding despite varied program costs.

Programs

$14,981 – $31,236

Net Price Range

$60,082

Avg. Program Earnings

54.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Akron Main Campus Akron, Ohio	$14,981	$12,799	48.2%	82.9%
2	Shawnee State University Portsmouth, Ohio	$15,389	$9,622	43.0%
3	Central State University Wilberforce, Ohio	$16,544	$7,824	25.6%	88.8%
4	University of Toledo Toledo, Ohio	$17,460	$12,377	55.6%	92.2%
5	Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, Ohio	$20,413	$13,746	66.4%	86.5%
6	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, Ohio	$20,918	$14,081	62.8%	78.7%
7	Ohio Northern University Ada, Ohio	$25,727	$37,800	74.2%	54.4%
8	University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, Ohio	$29,541	$20,560	32.2%
9	University of Dayton Dayton, Ohio	$31,236	$47,600	81.5%	74.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost gap between Ohio's cheapest and most expensive programs?

Public universities like University of Akron ($14,981) and Shawnee State ($15,389) cost roughly half what private institutions charge. University of Dayton's $31,236 net cost reflects its private status, though it also boasts an 81.5% graduation rate compared to 48.2% at Akron.

How do graduation rates vary among Ohio's industrial production programs?

Graduation rates span from 25.6% at Central State University to 81.5% at University of Dayton. Mid-range options like University of Toledo achieve 55.6% graduation rates at just $17,460 net cost, offering better value than the lowest-cost schools.

Where do industrial production technology graduates typically find employment in Ohio?

Ohio's manufacturing sector employs many graduates, with major employers including Honda's production facilities and Cleveland Clinic's medical equipment operations. Graduates earn $55,512 to $63,005 annually, reflecting strong demand for production technology skills across the state's industrial base.

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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.