Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 26%
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
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Kent State University at Ashtabula, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 54% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 88th percentile among associate-degree-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 Kent State University at Ashtabula
Median pay of bachelor'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.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $59,567 | $67,676 | -4% | #131 of 253 | #122 | $25,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $43,509 | $62,265 | -9% | #700 of 1176 | #563 | $24,909 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | $41,924 | $57,360 | -7% | #29 of 48 | #26 | $26,000 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $31,926 | $56,143 | -1% | #67 of 137 | #44 | $25,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $41,205 | $53,833 | +1% | #206 of 476 | #134 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $35,804 | $49,375 | -12% | #463 of 660 | #378 | $25,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $33,980 | $48,569 | -12% | #528 of 660 | #469 | $24,553 |
| Psychology | $28,474 | $42,328 | -17% | #900 of 1027 | #841 | $25,000 |
| Sociology | $29,183 | $40,217 | -24% | #439 of 462 | #427 | $23,250 |
| English Language and Literature | $22,318 | $36,241 | -25% | #550 of 576 | #532 | $25,000 |
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.
The Kent State University at Ashtabula Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $157,591
- Avg rent near campus: $850/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44030 (4.3% cap, Conneaut)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,325 | $16,438 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $8,922 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $8,863 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $13,336 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $14,223 |
| $110,001+ | $14,459 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Kent State University at Ashtabula's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology