Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 27.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 24.2%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $39,168
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,072
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 30.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $128/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $53,699 | $12,454 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $45,435 | $13,716 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $35,594 | |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $33,993 | $8,982 |
| Computer Programming. | Associate | $33,281 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $31,670 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $29,926 | $16,474 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate | $24,615 | |
| Human Services, General. | Associate | $24,035 | $13,800 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Central Ohio Technical College graduates enter the workforce with relatively manageable debt loads. The median debt of $12,072 creates monthly payments of $128, representing just 2.9% of graduates' median first-year earnings of $53,229. This debt-to-income ratio sits well below the recommended 10% threshold for student loans. The college's 96.1% employment rate reflects strong employer demand for its healthcare, engineering technology, and skilled trades programs. Newark's proximity to Columbus provides access to hospitals, manufacturing facilities, and growing tech companies that actively recruit COTC alumni. Earnings climb steadily after graduation, with ten-year median income reaching $39,168. The combination of low debt, high employment rates, and steady wage growth delivers a strong return on investment for career-focused students.