C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
77/100 · earnings-weighted

Apollo Career Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Lima, Ohio 45806
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 74%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
B+
75/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

527
Total Enrollment
74%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
4.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$579
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Apollo Career Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$43,101
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,756
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,107
Median debt at graduation
59%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
11.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 19% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 81st percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Apollo Career Center

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$43,207$51,313-8%#530 of 757#480$13,750
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$26,023$37,154+8%#208 of 637#117—
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$15,987$27,985-10%#45 of 59#32—
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$18,412—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $241,035
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,044/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45804 (9.6% cap, Lima)

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🏆 Where Apollo Career Center Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools
#22
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

81%
Receive Any Aid
23%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
$579
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 176 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 100 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 75 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 74 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 32 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 32 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 24 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 21 grads/yr Electrician 13 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 12 grads/yr Child Care and Support Services Management 8 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 7 grads/yr Robotics Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 3 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Apollo Career Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary
$61k/yr 122,200 jobs
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57k/yr 2,235,100 jobs
Bus drivers, transit and intercity
$57k/yr 158,800 jobs
Bus drivers, school
$47k/yr 387,300 jobs
Light truck drivers
$44k/yr 1,079,800 jobs
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
$37k/yr 243,900 jobs
Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians
$34k/yr 12,300 jobs

Student Demographics

527
Total Students
52%
Women
47%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 7%
Black 17%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 47%
25-64 (Adult) 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Apollo Career Center?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Apollo Career Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Apollo Career Center?
The graduation rate at Apollo Career Center is 74%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Apollo Career Center a good school?
Apollo Career Center has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Apollo Career Center?
Apollo Career Center has a total enrollment of 527 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology