Is Columbus State Community College worth it?
Columbus State Community College is a public, four-year institution in Columbus, Ohio (large city). It awarded 4,529 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, nursing assistant patient care assistant and electrical engineering technologies.
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Median earnings 4 years after
$52,681
Median earnings 10 years after
$39,435
Average net price
$8,400
Completion rate
28%
Completions (2024)
4,529
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
17,549
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | $46,055 | N/A |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $54,711 | N/A |
| Graphic Communications | Associate | N/A | $42,634 | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $64,004 | N/A |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Associate | N/A | $58,103 | N/A |
| Computer Programming | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Programming | Associate | N/A | $70,830 | N/A |
| Data Processing | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 1,083 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 333 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 254 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 180 |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 143 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | Certificate under 12 weeks | 114 |
| Real Estate | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 103 |
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Certificate under 12 weeks | 100 |
| Commercial Photography | Certificate under 12 weeks | 86 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate under 12 weeks | 83 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 25% | 11,352 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 4,442 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 3,604 |
| Educational Services | 8% | 3,589 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 3,352 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 2,698 |
| Construction | 6% | 2,578 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 2,398 |
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Sources: federal figures for Columbus State Community College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Ohio. Counts under 10 are not published.
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