Trade and career programs at Sinclair 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 | 267 | n/a | $44,664 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 154 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 146 | n/a | $51,113 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 101 | $65,617 | $67,512 | $13,000 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 86 | n/a | $34,861 | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 79 | n/a | $27,210 | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 76 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 66 | n/a | $57,160 | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 65 | $52,041 | $50,731 | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 60 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 60 | $38,461 | $47,282 | $11,073 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 35 | $67,941 | $61,405 | $15,592 |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 31 | $41,959 | $45,867 | $17,316 |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 30 | n/a | $38,421 | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Associate degree | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Sinclair Community College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $3,675 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $11,210 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $5,245 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $4,135 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $4,056 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $4,319 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $7,804 |
| Over $110,000 | $9,669 |
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 $41,580 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $11,753 in federal student loans.
- 31% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Sinclair Community College cost?
Tuition and fees are $3,675 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $5,245 in 2024-25.
How much do Sinclair Community College graduates earn?
Dental assisting and hygiene associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $67,941 one year after finishing.
Is Sinclair Community College accredited?
Sinclair Community College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton, Dayton: $23,014 a year
- Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-South Dayton, Dayton: $3,057 a year
- Dayton School of Medical Massage, Dayton: $18,623 a year
More: all trade schools in Ohio · Sinclair 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.