Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH · Public · Associate degree-granting
Southern State Community College, based in Hillsboro, Ohio, is a public institution, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. With 761 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $35,463 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 31.0%. Mmedian graduate debt is $11,457, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 3.1x. The average net price after financial aid is $9,674 per year. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts & Sciences, Registered Nursing, Real Estate, Business Administration & Management, and Practical Nursing.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$35,463
Graduation Rate
31.0%
Median Debt
$11,457
Average Net Price
$9,674
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
1.83x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
3.1x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
761
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
63.7%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$5,912
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,818
Pell Grant Rate
21.6%
Federal Loan Rate
13.2%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$8,099
Income $30K–$48K
$7,950
Income $48K–$75K
$10,926
Income $110K+
$10,805
Student Demographics
Women
66.1%
White
89.9%
Black
3.7%
Hispanic
1.8%
Asian
0.1%
Two or More Races
3.3%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
29.5%
Accreditations
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs (Accredited)
- Higher Learning Commission — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (16)
Associate (10)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $37,776 | 117 |
| Registered Nursing | $73,148 | 42 |
| Business Administration & Management | $48,815 | 18 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | Not reported | 9 |
| Accounting | Not reported | 8 |
| Mental Health Services | $40,300 | 7 |
| Teacher Education | Not reported | 4 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | Not reported | 3 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | Not reported | 3 |
| Social Work | $41,161 | 1 |
Undergraduate Certificate (3)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate | Not reported | 40 |
| Practical Nursing | $77,249 | 10 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Not reported | 5 |
Show 3 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | Undergraduate Certificate | 2 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | Associate | 1 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting | Associate | 1 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
- Highest Earning Associate's Nursing & Health Programs in Ohio
- Highest Earning Associate's Business Programs in Ohio
- Highest Earning Associate's Liberal Arts Programs in Ohio
- Lowest Debt Colleges in Ohio
- Most Affordable Colleges in Ohio
- Best ROI Colleges in Ohio
- Best ROI 2-Year Colleges in Ohio
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