C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

James A. Rhodes State College

4-Year Public
📍 Lima, Ohio 45804
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 33%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
B
71/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C+
55/100
Prestige
F
23/100

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

3,968
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,979
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near James A. Rhodes State College ▼

40% 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
$80,985
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,000
1-Year Change
+8.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at James A. Rhodes State College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$41,855
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,657
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
47%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
15.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 90th 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 James A. Rhodes State College

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$62,603$71,736-11%#830 of 962#747$14,971
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$48,543$65,718+1%#241 of 560#204$13,115
Computer Programming—$60,066+3%#27 of 54#24—
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$55,185+18%#73 of 426#46—
Business/Commerce$45,238$53,644+7%#95 of 205#68—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$54,584$53,558-14%#195 of 237#183—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$52,236+18%#63 of 947#25—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$29,932$39,389-7%#373 of 476#341—
Human Services—$38,876-1%#49 of 65#33—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$32,592-13%#131 of 160#122—

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 James A. Rhodes State College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $80,985
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,000/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45804 (9.6% cap, Lima)

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🏆 Where James A. Rhodes State College Ranks

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

#17
Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 32 schools
#18
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,560 $9,120

Financial Aid

72%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
$8,979
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,808
$30,001 - $48,000$6,839
$48,001 - $75,000$10,588
$75,001 - $110,000$11,966
$110,001+$12,989

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 122 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 77 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 68 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 64 grads/yr Accounting 46 grads/yr Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other 35 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 31 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 28 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 24 grads/yr Social Work 19 grads/yr Occupational Therapist Assistant 17 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 17 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 16 grads/yr Banking and Financial Support Services 16 grads/yr Computer Programming, Specific Applications 15 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 15 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 14 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 14 grads/yr General Studies 12 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from James A. Rhodes State College's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

3,968
Total Students
63%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
40%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 40%
With Family 60%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,599 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 61%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at James A. Rhodes State College?
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 James A. Rhodes State College?
Tuition at James A. Rhodes State College is $4,560 for in-state students and $9,120 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,979.
What is the graduation rate at James A. Rhodes State College?
The graduation rate at James A. Rhodes State College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is James A. Rhodes State College a good school?
James A. Rhodes State College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): 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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend James A. Rhodes State College?
James A. Rhodes State College has a total enrollment of 3,968 students.
Is there rental demand near James A. Rhodes State College?
Yes! Approximately 40% of students at James A. Rhodes State College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,599 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Lima area.

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