Trade and career programs at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 118 | $60,088 | $59,291 | $20,000 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 84 | $50,788 | $67,265 | $5,500 |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 68 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 55 | $30,939 | n/a | $11,242 |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 52 | $68,478 | $71,690 | $21,225 |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 43 | $38,896 | n/a | $12,000 |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 22 | $47,670 | $51,411 | $24,576 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 21 | $45,441 | $41,670 | $21,125 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 6 | $62,673 | $69,971 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $5,517 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $12,263 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $5,184 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $3,581 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $3,896 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $4,877 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $9,242 |
| Over $110,000 | $11,531 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $43,841 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,721 in federal student loans.
- 32% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Cincinnati State Technical and Community College cost?
Tuition and fees are $5,517 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $5,184 in 2024-25.
How much do Cincinnati State Technical and Community College graduates earn?
EMT, surgical tech and imaging associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $68,478 one year after finishing.
Is Cincinnati State Technical and Community College accredited?
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- ATA College-Cincinnati, Cincinnati: $14,250 a year
- Elite Welding Academy LLC, Cincinnati: $13,800 a year
- Empire Beauty School-Cincinnati, Cincinnati: $19,260 a year
- Fortis College-Cincinnati, Cincinnati: $15,268 a year
- Great Oaks Career Campuses, Cincinnati: $7,800 a year
- Paul Mitchell the School-Cincinnati, Cincinnati: $18,915 a year
More: all trade schools in Ohio · Cincinnati State Technical and Community College on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.