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Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, Ohio · Public college
Address: 1179 University Drive, Newark, OH 43055 · Phone: (740) 366-1351 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Central Ohio Technical College is a public trade and career school in Newark, Ohio offering CNA classes, LPN programs, and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Median graduate debt is $12,072 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,168, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average of 68.8% is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Central Ohio Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $35,060 | $39,010 | $44,590 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,360 | $78,320 | $82,430 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,110 | $62,420 | $73,790 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,970 | $59,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,940 | $40,220 | $47,490 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 77 | $38,784 | $33,993 | $8,982 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $38,784 | $33,993 | $8,982 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $45,179 | $45,435 | $13,716 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $45,179 | $45,435 | $13,716 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | $45,179 | $45,435 | $13,716 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $45,179 | $45,435 | $13,716 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Central Ohio Technical College is a public, Title IV-eligible trade and career campus located in Newark, Ohio, a small suburb setting. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The campus offers 12 program families, with the largest completer counts in CNA classes (77 completers), LPN/LVN programs (40 completers), and radiology & sonography programs (33 completers).
Federal data show 206 trade program completers among 1,941 undergraduate students. The completion rate compared to the state average of 68.8% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,072, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,168. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter allied-health certificate paths, such as CNA or LPN training, as well as those considering more technical programs like radiology. Because program lengths are not detailed here, prospective students should confirm schedule and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, check with the Higher Learning Commission and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Central Ohio Technical College offers 12 program families, with the largest completer numbers in CNA classes, LPN/LVN programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate compared to the state average of 68.8% is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,072, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,168, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Central Ohio Technical College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates and public accountability standards compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (740) 366-1351 or visit cotc.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter certificate programs like CNA and LPN training alongside technical programs like radiology may suit career changers, though specific schedule flexibility is not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Central Ohio Technical College at (740) 366-1351 or through its website, https://www.cotc.edu/.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.