C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
88/100 · earnings-weighted

Great Oaks Career Campuses

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
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: 61%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

138
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
91%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,149
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Great Oaks Career Campuses ▼

60% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$400,323
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,526
1-Year Change
+5.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$55,163
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$49,049
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$5,500
Median debt at graduation
89.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 10% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 98th percentile among certificate-focused 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 Great Oaks Career Campuses

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
Criminal Justice and Corrections$60,896$73,204+27%#36 of 176#23$6,992
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians$41,669$62,004-5%#15 of 22#15$9,500
Precision Metal Working$41,277$56,665+16%#53 of 365#41$5,500
Fire Protection$41,349$51,923-17%#33 of 37#31$3,808
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$36,172$51,509+7%#86 of 226#63$6,757
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$37,307$48,038-7%#198 of 319#161$7,208
Construction Trades$39,297$44,703+8%#2 of 6#2—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$22,709$33,218-1%#185 of 332#144$5,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services$23,902—————

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

The Great Oaks Career Campuses Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $400,323
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,526/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45216 (7.6% cap, Cincinnati)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

65%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
51%
Take Out Loans
$11,149
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,050
$30,001 - $48,000$9,904
$48,001 - $75,000$10,606
$75,001 - $110,000$11,824
$110,001+$11,824

Student Demographics

138
Total Students
7%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)
60%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 2%
Black 15%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 60%
With Family 40%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~83 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Great Oaks Career Campuses?
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 Great Oaks Career Campuses?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Great Oaks Career Campuses?
The graduation rate at Great Oaks Career Campuses is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Great Oaks Career Campuses a good school?
Great Oaks Career Campuses has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): 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 Great Oaks Career Campuses?
Great Oaks Career Campuses has a total enrollment of 138 students.
Is there rental demand near Great Oaks Career Campuses?
Yes! Approximately 60% of students at Great Oaks Career Campuses live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 83 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Cincinnati area.

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