Stark State Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $4,790
- Out-of-State Tuition: $7,886
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at Stark State:
- Total Enrollment: 10,128, including 2,988 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 41.6% men, 58.4% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 23%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 18%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 50%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 194 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 31 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
Stark State Overview
Stark State College (Stark State) is a four-year, public school located in North Canton, OH. It is classified as special-use Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The Stark State's tuition & fees is $4,790 for Ohio residents and $7,886 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 47% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $3,452.
The school has a total enrollment of 10,128 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Stark State College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Stark State College is $4,790 for in-state students and $7,886 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $4,913 for Ohio residents and $8,008 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,790 | $7,886 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $4,913 | $8,008 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Stark State College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at Stark State
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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