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Stark State College
North Canton, Ohio · Public community college
Address: 6200 Frank Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 · Phone: (330) 494-6170 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Dec 2024 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · American Occupational Therapy Association; Nov 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Stark State College is a public trade and career school in North Canton, Ohio, offering CNC and machining, auto mechanic, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Stark State College has a 23.0% completion rate versus a 68.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,786 and median earnings of $34,661 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Stark State College; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 35.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machinists | $38,070 | $57,940 | $64,050 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,110 | $48,710 | $63,840 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Dental hygienists | $76,260 | $88,990 | $97,210 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Dental assistants | $36,870 | $47,970 | $59,520 |
| Massage therapists | $40,340 | $55,990 | $60,880 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,110 | $62,420 | $73,790 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,670 | $59,800 | $71,260 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,370 | $53,990 | $74,130 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,940 | $40,220 | $47,490 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 213 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 84 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | not reported | not reported | $8,857 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | not reported | not reported | $6,378 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 29 | $29,801 | $27,146 | $18,748 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 27 | $36,487 | $37,208 | $16,125 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 22 | $29,801 | $27,146 | $18,748 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | $6,378 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | $30,228 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | $30,228 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $49,214 | $47,260 | $16,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $29,801 | $27,146 | $18,748 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 8 | $23,521 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 7 | $32,143 | $32,925 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $49,214 | $47,260 | $16,750 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 3 | $36,487 | $37,208 | $16,125 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | $19,455 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
Stark State College is a public trade and career training campus in North Canton, Ohio, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with several program-specific accreditors covering nursing, dental, occupational therapy, and physical therapy education. Because it is a Title IV institution, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The college awards credentials across 25 program areas, with its largest completer counts in CNC and machining programs (213), auto mechanic schools (121), and medical assistant programs (75).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 23.0%, which is below the state average of 68.8%. Among trade program graduates, median debt is reported at $13,786, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,661. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
With 5,749 undergraduate students and 660 trade program completers in a large suburb setting, this campus offers a mix of shorter career-training certificates and longer associate-level programs across its 25 program families. Whether it suits a given adult learner or career changer depends on the specific program length and format, which is not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Stark State College offers 25 program areas, with the largest numbers of completers in CNC and machining programs (213), auto mechanic schools (121), and medical assistant programs (75).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with specialized accreditors including bodies for nursing, dental, occupational therapy, and physical therapy programs.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Stark State College participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 23.0%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $13,786.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,661.
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?
Stark State College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and public accountability standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school at (330) 494-6170 or visit starkstate.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?205841.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and scheduling details needed to judge fit for career changers are not reported here; contact the school to discuss options for adult students.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; check with Stark State College directly for program-specific certification or licensure information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Stark State College at (330) 494-6170 or through its website, https://www.starkstate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?205841 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.