Clark State College Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
Clark State College is a public certificate and vocational school in Springfield, Ohio, serving roughly 3,456 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $12,135 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,393. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $39,584 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,393
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,135 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,456 20.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 21.76%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 52.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 0.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 28.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,246
- Room & Board: $13,032 annual estimate
Clark State College: what the data shows
Common questions about Clark State College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Clark State College?
Clark State College is located in Springfield, OH (ZIP 45501-0570).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Clark State College public or private?
Clark State College is a Public institution.
How much does Clark State College cost?
Published tuition: $4,393 in-state, $8,049 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,135.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,526 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,129 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,884 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,540 |
| $110,001+ | $16,081 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $17,572.
How big is Clark State College?
Total enrollment: 3,456 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,246 students.
About 20% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Clark State College?
150%-time completion rate: 21.76%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of Clark State College earn?
Median earnings: $32,341 six years after entry; $39,584 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,490.
38.25% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Clark State College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (264 completions)
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other (214 completions)
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting (103 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (98 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (56 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (54 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (40 completions)
- Digital Arts (39 completions)
- Social Work (37 completions)
- Real Estate (31 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Clark State College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 21.76%; median earnings $39,584 at 10 years; net price $12,135. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,393
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Clark State College was $4,393.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,135
2024 Value
In 2024 Clark State College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,135.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,540 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,135 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$17,572 4-Year In-State Tuition
$32,196 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$13,032 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,800 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,225 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$76,900 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Clark State College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.25% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
40.94% 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 Clark State College 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 Clark State College 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 | $3,279 | $6,111 | $6,684 |
| 2014 | $3,359 | $6,271 | $7,425 |
| 2015 | $3,359 | $6,271 | $5,780 |
| 2016 | $3,359 | $6,271 | $6,027 |
| 2017 | $3,359 | $6,271 | $7,399 |
| 2018 | $3,728 | $6,880 | $6,616 |
| 2019 | $3,918 | $7,094 | $6,539 |
| 2020 | $4,032 | $7,328 | $6,959 |
| 2021 | $4,032 | $7,328 | $7,433 |
| 2022 | $4,152 | $7,568 | $8,674 |
| 2023 | $4,200 | $7,809 | $8,615 |
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
Clark State College reported total enrollment of about 3,456 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 29% male and 71% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (63.4%), Black or African American (22.2%), and Two or More Races (6.1%). About 38.25% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
20.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Clark State College in 2024 is 3,456 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,246 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
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 63.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
21.76% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Clark State College 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: 36% male / 64% female
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other: 11% male / 89% female
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting: 85% male / 15% 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 Clark State College.
Return on Investment
$14,490 Median Student Debt
$39,584 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.61% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
715.49% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Clark State College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 57 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 264 completions
2. Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other: 214 completions
3. Fire Science/Fire-fighting: 103 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 98 completions
5. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 56 completions
6. Business Administration and Management, General: 54 completions
7. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 40 completions
8. Digital Arts: 39 completions
9. Social Work: 37 completions
Most popular programs at Clark State College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Clark State College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Clark State College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 28.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,961
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,835
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Clark State College is a public institution located in Springfield, OH, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, Fire Science/Fire-fighting. Enrollment is approximately 3,456 students. Student body composition includes White (63.4%), Black or African American (22.2%), Two or More Races (6.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 21.76%. Approximately 38.25% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Springfield, OH 45501-0570
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 21.76% graduation rate at Clark State College 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 57 distinct degree programs, Clark State College 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 Clark State College located?
Clark State College is located in Springfield, OH.
How much does Clark State College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,393 and average net price is $12,135 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,032 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Clark State College?
Clark State College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,246 students, White (63.4%), Black or African American (22.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Clark State College?
About 52.7% of students at Clark State College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Clark State College earn?
Median earnings are $32,341 six years after entry and $39,584 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Clark State College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 21.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Clark State College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,490.
Is Clark State College public or private?
Clark State College is a public institution located in Springfield, OH.
Is Clark State College an HBCU?
No. Clark State College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Clark State College a tribal college?
No. Clark State College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Clark State College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Clark State College does not meet that proxy (reported share 4.7%).
Is Clark State College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Clark State College 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
- Related geography & profiles
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Ohio trade schools profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
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.