Cuyahoga Community College District, known as "Tri-C," is a two-year community college in Ohio. Tri-C is ranked 45th in the United States in conferring associate's degrees. It offers associate's degrees in numerous programs of study, and more than 140 career and vocational training certificates through its "Corporate College" program.
Tri-C has campuses throughout Ohio offering 130 courses, and more than 700 distance learning (online) courses are also offered. Tri-C partners with many four-year colleges and universities so that students can transfer their credits directly to another institution. Tri-C partners with several online colleges as well, so that online credits or an online degree earned from Tri-C is transferable to degree programs at other online institutions of higher learning.
Tri-C also accepts credits that have been earned at other institutions, and its "Agency to College Pathways" program helps students determine which credits they may apply towards a Tri-C associate's degree, professional certificate or other study program. Tri-C is also helpful in guiding students who are returning to school after military service.
History
Cuyahoga Community College was founded in 1963 as Ohio's first community college. It is still the oldest and largest public community college in Ohio.
Academics
Cuyahoga Community College's academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall, spring and summer semesters.
Colleges and Schools
Since Tri-C is a two-year community college it is not divided into colleges and schools, but has many different departments and programs of study in a variety of disciplines.
Student Life
Many student support services are offered at the Tri-C, including personal counseling, tutoring, more than 30 special interest groups, an honors program, a Technology Learning Center, Veteran's Services, and more. The Office of Student Life, Athletics & Recreation is a good resource for students looking for the right activity or group to get involved in. Academic counselors are available to help guide students through the process of transferring their Tri-C credits to a four-year college.
Athletics
Tri-C "Challengers" teams compete in seven intercollegiate sports, and Tri-C is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), and the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC).
The following sports are offered at Tri-C:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country & Track
- Softball
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
Tri-C students may study online or at one of several Tri-C campuses in the Ohio area. All Tri-C campuses have excellent amenities that include libraries, computer centers, cultural centers, and athletic fields.
The Tri-C campuses and locations include:
- Brunswick University Center
- Corporate College East
- Corporate College West
- Eastern Campus
- District Administrative Offices
- Hospitality Management Center at Public Square, Cleveland
- Metropolitan Campus
- Unified Technologies Center
- Western Campus
- Westshore Campus
Community Life
In addition to its college curricula, Tri-C offers GED courses, youth classes and youth summer camps that are open to the community.
The Tri-C JazzFest, a musical festival in Cleveland, Ohio that features top jazz artists, offers concerts at various Tri-C locations and throughout the community. It is open to the public and runs from late April through early May.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $4,700. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $3,100-$3,800
- Out-of-State: $7,500-$8,962
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $110-$130 per unit
- Out-of-State: $250-$300 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 71% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $5,243 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 22% | $2,344 |
Admissions, Academics, & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Cuyahoga Community College District may provide services including:
- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Graduation & Transfer Rates
Students who attend a community college will be able to choose from a variety of programs that will lead to an associate's degree or transfer to a four year institution. The following list shows graduation and transfer-out rates for this school compared to community colleges in Ohio, which can be useful for determining which community college to attend.
| Cuyahoga Community College District | Cuyahoga County | Ohio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 4.4% | - | 18.2% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 22.2% | - | 21.4% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: Cuyahoga Community College District
- Dental Hygienist Program
- Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1966)
- Dietetic Technician Program
- Accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (since 1975)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1969)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Ohio
Campus: Cuyahoga Community College - Metropolitan Campus
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1969)
- See a list of all associate's degree in nursing (ADN) programs in Ohio
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
- Accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (since 1971)
Campus: Cuyahoga Community College - Western Campus
- Radiology Technician Program
- Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 1989)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Cuyahoga Community College District by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Plant Sciences (A)
- Greenhouse Operations and Management (C)
- Landscaping (C)
Architecture
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, C)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (C)
- Bookkeeping (A)
- Small Business Management (A)
- Human Resources (A)
- Administrative Assistant (A, C)
- Hotel and Hospitality Management (A, C)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (A)
- Commerce (C)
- Advertising and Marketing (A)
- Restaurant and Food Services Management (A, C)
- International Business (A)
- Purchasing and Procurement (C)
- Labor Studies (C)
- Banking and Financial Services (A)
- Real Estate (A)
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (A)
- Media Studies (A)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science (A, C)
- Computer Programming (A, C)
- Computer and Information Sciences (A)
Construction Trades
- Construction Trades (C)
- Masonry (C)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (A, C)
Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (A, C)
- Construction Engineering (A)
Engineering Technology
- Automotive Engineering (A, C)
- Computer Engineering (A)
- Engineering Technologies (A, C)
- Industrial Technology (A, C)
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A)
- Construction Engineering Technology (C)
- Quality Control and Safety Technologies (C)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (A)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A)
- EMT & Paramedic (A, C)
- Medical Insurance Coding (C)
- Massage Therapy (A, C)
- Phlebotomy (C)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (C)
- Health Information and Medical Records Technology (C)
- Medical Assistant (A, C)
- Radiology Technician (A, C)
- Dental Assistant (C)
- Physician Assistant (C)
- Mental Health Technician (A)
- Medical Records Administrator (A)
- Veterinary Assistant (A)
- Occupational Therapy (A)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A)
- Ultrasound Technician (A)
- Respiratory Therapy (A)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Medical Laboratory Assistance (A)
- Pharmacy Technician (A, C)
- Nuclear Medicine (A)
- Environmental Health (A, C)
- Electroneurodiagnostic, Electroencephalographic Technology (A)
- Dietetics (A, C)
- Polysomnography (C)
- Surgical Technologist (A)
- Opticianry, Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician (A, C)
- Ophthalmic Technician (C)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (C)
- Maritime Studies (A)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, C)
- Court Reporting (A, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A, C)
Precision Production
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Police Science (A)
- Corrections Officer (A)
- Fire Prevention (A)
- Security and Loss Prevention Services (A)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Commercial and Advertising Art (A, C)
- Design and Visual Communications (A, C)
- Commercial Photography (A)
- Cinematography And Film (C)
- Interior Design (A)
Other Community Colleges Nearby
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Cuyahoga Community College District.
- Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, OH (19 miles away)
- Lorain County Community College in Elyria, OH (21 miles away)
- Kent State University at Trumbull in Warren, OH (46 miles away)
- Bowling Green State University - Firelands in Huron, OH (47 miles away)
- Kent State University at Ashtabula in Ashtabula, OH (52 miles away)