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University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, Ohio · Private non-profit university
Address: 1441 N Cable Rd, Lima, OH 45805 · Phone: (419) 227-3141 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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University of Northwestern Ohio is a private non-profit trade school in Lima, Ohio, offering auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and CDL training programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The state average completion rate is 68.8%, though this campus's specific rate is not reported; median graduate debt is $17,084 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,968, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for University of Northwestern Ohio; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 33.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,110 | $48,710 | $63,840 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,860 | $60,470 | $69,290 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,670 | $59,800 | $71,260 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,630 | $62,510 | $78,190 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
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
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
University of Northwestern Ohio is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Lima, Ohio, a small suburb setting. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV funding applies) to help pay for their education. The campus offers 13 program families, with the most commonly completed programs being auto mechanic schools (478 completers), diesel mechanic schools (195 completers), and CDL/truck driving schools (47 completers), alongside HVAC, medical billing and coding, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows 752 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 2,494. The state average completion rate is 68.8%, though this campus's specific completion rate and how it compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $17,084, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,968. About 33.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the concentration of completers in auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and CDL programs, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on technical training in transportation-related trades. Whether programs are short-term certificates or longer associate-degree tracks is not detailed in the data provided, so career changers should confirm program length and format directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review official outcome figures via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Northwestern Ohio offers 13 program families, with the most-completed being auto mechanic schools, diesel mechanic schools, and CDL/truck driving schools. It also offers HVAC, medical billing and coding, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 33.9% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate in Ohio is 68.8%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $17,084, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $50,968, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 at (419) 227-3141 or visit https://www.unoh.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
University of Northwestern Ohio is a private non-profit school, which typically affects tuition pricing structure and institutional mission compared to for-profit or public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?204486.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a concentration of completers in auto mechanic, diesel mechanic, and CDL programs, which are commonly hands-on technical fields, but specific fit for adult career changers, including schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (419) 227-3141 or visit its website at https://www.unoh.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data provided does not include comparative figures for nearby schools offering the same trades; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.