Cuyahoga Community College District Tuition & Completion
Cuyahoga Community College District is a public community college in Cleveland, Ohio, with about 13,382 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,266 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,249. Student demographics in federal data include White (50.2%) and Black or African American (26.4%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,249
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,266 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 13,382 30.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 30.86%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 48.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 22.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 29.4%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 30,225
- Room & Board: $9,200 annual estimate
Cuyahoga Community College District: what the data shows
Common questions about Cuyahoga Community College District, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Cuyahoga Community College District?
Cuyahoga Community College District is located in Cleveland, OH (ZIP 44115-2878).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District public or private?
Cuyahoga Community College District is a Public institution.
How much does Cuyahoga Community College District cost?
Published tuition: $3,249 in-state, $7,249 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,266.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,941 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,646 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,005 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,699 |
| $110,001+ | $10,491 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $12,996.
How big is Cuyahoga Community College District?
Total enrollment: 13,382 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 30,225 students.
About 31% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Cuyahoga Community College District?
150%-time completion rate: 30.86%.
First-year retention: 56.7%.
What do graduates of Cuyahoga Community College District earn?
Median earnings: $30,927 six years after entry; $35,654 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,150.
32.26% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Cuyahoga Community College District known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (2,169 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (280 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (214 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (212 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (104 completions)
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General (102 completions)
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training (93 completions)
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping (81 completions)
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage (61 completions)
- Graphic Design (54 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 30.86%; median earnings $35,654 at 10 years; net price $4,266. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,249
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Cuyahoga Community College District was $3,249.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,266
2024 Value
In 2024 Cuyahoga Community College District had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,266.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,064 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,266 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$12,996 4-Year In-State Tuition
$28,996 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,200 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,700 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,149 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$56,596 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Cuyahoga Community College District.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.26% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
9.35% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Cuyahoga Community College District was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Cuyahoga Community College District in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,036 | $7,368 | $5,832 |
| 2014 | $3,136 | $7,468 | $5,713 |
| 2015 | $3,136 | $7,648 | $4,836 |
| 2016 | $3,136 | $7,648 | $4,483 |
| 2017 | $3,136 | $7,648 | $5,047 |
| 2018 | $3,436 | $8,136 | $5,144 |
| 2019 | $3,436 | $8,136 | $5,415 |
| 2020 | $3,436 | $8,136 | $4,909 |
| 2021 | $3,586 | $8,586 | $5,296 |
| 2022 | $3,736 | $8,736 | $5,861 |
| 2023 | $3,736 | $8,736 | $4,538 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Cuyahoga Community College District reported total enrollment of about 13,382 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (50.2%), Black or African American (26.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (9.0%). About 32.26% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
30.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Cuyahoga Community College District in 2024 is 13,382 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 30,225 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
56.7%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 50.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
20.49% 100% Completion Time
30.86% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 20.49% of students graduating from Cuyahoga Community College District completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 37% male / 63% female
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 14% male / 86% female
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 67% male / 33% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Cuyahoga Community College District.
Return on Investment
$8,150 Median Student Debt
$35,654 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.86% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1989.43% Return on Investment
2.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Cuyahoga Community College District.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 104 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 2,169 completions
2. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 280 completions
3. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 214 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 212 completions
5. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 104 completions
6. Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 102 completions
7. Culinary Arts/Chef Training: 93 completions
8. Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping: 81 completions
9. Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage: 61 completions
Most popular programs at Cuyahoga Community College District.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Cuyahoga Community College District graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Cuyahoga Community College District from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 29.4%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,887
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,166
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Cuyahoga Community College District is a public institution located in Cleveland, OH, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Enrollment is approximately 13,382 students. Student body composition includes White (50.2%), Black or African American (26.4%), Hispanic or Latino (9.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 30.86%. Approximately 32.26% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Cleveland, OH 44115-2878
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 30.86% graduation rate at Cuyahoga Community College District falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 104 distinct degree programs, Cuyahoga Community College District provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cuyahoga Community College District located?
Cuyahoga Community College District is located in Cleveland, OH.
How much does Cuyahoga Community College District cost?
Reported tuition is $3,249 and average net price is $4,266 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,200 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Cuyahoga Community College District?
Cuyahoga Community College District reports undergraduate enrollment of about 30,225 students, White (50.2%), Black or African American (26.4%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Cuyahoga Community College District?
About 48.8% of students at Cuyahoga Community College District are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Cuyahoga Community College District earn?
Median earnings are $30,927 six years after entry and $35,654 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Cuyahoga Community College District?
The 150%-time completion rate is 30.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Cuyahoga Community College District students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,150.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District public or private?
Cuyahoga Community College District is a public institution located in Cleveland, OH.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District an HBCU?
No. Cuyahoga Community College District is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District a tribal college?
No. Cuyahoga Community College District is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Cuyahoga Community College District a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Cuyahoga Community College District does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.0%).
Is Cuyahoga Community College District religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Cuyahoga Community College District in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Ohio trade schools profile
- Cleveland, Ohio city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.