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Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy
Trotwood, Ohio · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5450 Salem Avenue, Trotwood, OH 45426 · Phone: 93783792163213 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Trotwood, Ohio, offering CDL/truck driving and electrician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 84.4% completion rate versus a 68.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $12,416 and median earnings of $30,389 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy is $6,900, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 6.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,670 | $59,800 | $71,260 |
| Electricians | $40,750 | $64,700 | $80,500 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 276 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | 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
Ohio Business College-Dayton-Driving Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Trotwood, Ohio, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in the Title IV federal financial aid program, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its programs are concentrated in two families: CDL / truck driving schools and electrician schools, with CDL / truck driving training being by far the largest program, accounting for 276 of 296 recorded trade completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.4%, which is above the state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,416, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,389. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $6,900, and 6.8% of students receive Pell Grants. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and reflect campus-wide outcomes rather than program-specific results.
With enrollment concentrated in CDL/truck driving training, this campus appears geared toward students seeking a short, focused credential rather than a multi-year associate degree path; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. This setup may suit adult learners or career changers looking for a compact training program, though applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome data yourself, check the Council on Occupational Education's records and the College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers CDL / truck driving schools and electrician schools programs, with CDL/truck driving representing the large majority of completers (276 of 296).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in the Title IV federal financial aid program, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.4%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $12,416 per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,389 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $6,900 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and how funds are used compared with public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should review costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497161.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The concentration in CDL/truck driving training and the modest cost of attendance suggest this campus may fit adults seeking a compact, focused credential, though scheduling details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at 93783792163213 or visit https://ohiobusinesscollege.edu/ for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 93783792163213 or through its website, https://ohiobusinesscollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.