HOCKING COLLEGE (Hocking Technical College)
- 3301 Hocking Parkway
- Nelsonville, OH 45764
- OPEID College Code: 00759800
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- General Phone: (740) 753-3591
- President: Ron Erickson
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Quarter
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 6,340
- College Alias: Hocking Technical College
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History
Founded in the 1960's in Nelsonville, OH, Hocking College has grown from a vocational school into a large 2 year college. The school offers certificate and degree programs, and is the only 2 year public institution in Ohio to offer dormitory living for students. Hocking has established sister colleges in multiple countries, has multiple campuses, and operates the Lake Snowden Education and Recreation Park.
Academics
Hocking offers over 60 programs in ten program areas. The school prides itself on a tradition of excellence, providing students with a quality education and preparing them for further study at a four year institution or for a career.
Some programs include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Interested students should either submit a mailed application or apply online. Students must have at least a high school diploma or GED, and must pay all fees associated with the application.
Financial aid is available and interested students should fill out and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Website
- www.hocking.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Rural-Serving Large
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Medium Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www2.hocking.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $15.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Hocking Technical College Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 90%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 69% | 50% | 40% | 30% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,272 | $3,295 | $1,665 | $623 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.5% | 7.9% | 5.5% |
| Number in Default | 148 | 133 | 89 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,740 | 1,674 | 1,603 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $3,669 | $3,546 | $3,546 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $3,669 | $3,546 | $3,546 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,338 | $7,092 | $7,092 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,030 | $6,915 | $6,435 |
| Other Expenses | $1,959 | $5,058 | $5,058 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,900 | $6,915 | $6,435 |
| Other Expenses | $1,950 | $5,058 | $5,058 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,050 | $5,058 | $5,058 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $12,958 | $16,719 | $16,239 |
| In-State | $12,958 | $16,719 | $16,239 |
| Out of State | $16,627 | $20,265 | $19,785 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $13,819 | $16,719 | $16,239 |
| In-State | $13,819 | $16,719 | $16,239 |
| Out of State | $17,488 | $20,265 | $19,785 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $6,019 | $9,804 | $9,804 |
| In-State | $6,019 | $9,804 | $9,804 |
| Out of State | $9,688 | $13,350 | $13,350 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 6,340 Undergraduate: 6,340
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,305 Female: 3,035
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3,305 Female: 3,035
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,220 Part-Time: 2,120
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,220 Part-Time: 2,120
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 60 | 0.9% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 305 | 5% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 165 | 3% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,686 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,237 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 797 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 829 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 540 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 383 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 445 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 195 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 12 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 51 | 0.8% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 620 | 388 | 232 |
| Faculty Status | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Primarily Instruction | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 63 | 62 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 69 | 52 | 17 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 143 | 98 | 45 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 63 | 44 | 19 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $46,085 (169) | $46,390 (83) | $45,792 (86) |
| Professor | $54,876 (50) | $58,310 (21) | $52,389 (29) |
| Associate Professor | $45,859 (15) | $46,464 (6) | $45,455 (9) |
| Assistant Professor | $60,927 (19) | $47,812 (6) | $66,980 (13) |
| Instructor | $38,845 (53) | $44,657 (33) | $29,256 (20) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $68,445 (7) | $66,604 (4) | $70,900 (3) |
| Professor | $67,837 (1) | - (-) | $67,837 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $75,959 (1) | - (-) | $75,959 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $62,380 (1) | $62,380 (1) | - (-) |
| Instructor | $68,339 (3) | $68,058 (2) | $68,903 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $46,480 (176) | $46,762 (87) | $46,203 (89) |
| Professor | $54,888 (51) | $58,310 (21) | $52,493 (30) |
| Associate Professor | $46,877 (16) | $46,464 (6) | $47,125 (10) |
| Assistant Professor | $60,432 (20) | $48,273 (7) | $66,980 (13) |
| Instructor | $39,760 (56) | $45,287 (35) | $30,547 (21) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 53%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 39%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 20% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 15% |
| Female | 29% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 22% |
| White | 21% |
| Unknown | 13% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 3 | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 22 | 33 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 7 | 4 |
| Liquor Related | 23 | 38 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 3 |
| Burglary | 8 | 7 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 4 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 18 | 18 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |