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Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, Ohio · Public university
Address: 940 Second Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662 · Phone: (740) 354-3205 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shawnee State University is a public trade/career school in Portsmouth, Ohio offering medical assistant, dental hygiene, and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and others.
The state average completion rate is 68.8%, though this campus's own completion rate is not reported; median graduate debt is $23,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,596, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Shawnee State University; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 38.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Dental hygienists | $76,260 | $88,990 | $97,210 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,360 | $78,320 | $82,430 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $37,752 | $39,969 | $13,488 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $47,341 | $47,260 | $17,494 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 18 | $37,752 | $39,969 | $13,488 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $40,864 | $43,426 | $13,500 |
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
Shawnee State University is a public university located in Portsmouth, Ohio, in a distant-town setting. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. The campus holds accreditation from multiple bodies, including the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and others tied to specific health programs. Among its trade and career-focused offerings, the most awarded programs are medical assistant programs (44 completions), dental hygiene programs (20), and radiology & sonography programs (17), out of 81 total trade completers across an undergraduate enrollment of 2,247.
In terms of outcomes, the completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is listed at 68.8%. Median debt for graduates is $23,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,596, per federal Scorecard data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend this campus.
This campus may suit students pursuing structured, accredited healthcare-related trade programs such as medical assisting, dental hygiene, or radiologic technology, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Adult learners or career changers should independently verify program length, schedule format, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, prospective students can check the listed accreditors and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Shawnee State University's top trade programs are medical assistant programs (44 completions), dental hygiene programs (20), and radiology & sonography programs (17), among 4 total program families tracked.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and several other program-specific accreditors.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Ohio state average completion rate is 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $23,000, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,596, 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 and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Shawnee State University is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates and different funding structures than for-profit schools, though actual costs should be confirmed directly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (740) 354-3205 or visit shawnee.edu for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the school's accreditors listed here and check federal outcome data directly via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?205443.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule format are not reported here, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm whether offerings fit part-time or accelerated needs.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; prospective students should confirm licensure needs for fields like dental hygiene or radiologic technology directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Shawnee State University at (740) 354-3205 or visit https://www.shawnee.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; 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.