C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

Lorain County Joint Vocational School District

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Oberlin, Ohio 44074
🌐 https://www.lcjvs.com/loraincountyadultcareercenter_home.aspx
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District
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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 64%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
B
71/100
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

108
Total Enrollment
64%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,108
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lorain County Joint Vocational School District ▼

64% 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
$282,004
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,062
1-Year Change
+7.5%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,776
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,049
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
90%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 69th 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.

For parents & investors

The Lorain County Joint Vocational School District Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $282,004
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,062/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44055 (7.0% cap, Lorain)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$11,108
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,153
$48,001 - $75,000$14,739
$75,001 - $110,000$14,739

Student Demographics

108
Total Students
84%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)
64%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 16%
Black 20%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 64%
With Family 36%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~69 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
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 Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
The graduation rate at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District is 64%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lorain County Joint Vocational School District a good school?
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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 Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
Lorain County Joint Vocational School District has a total enrollment of 108 students.
Is there rental demand near Lorain County Joint Vocational School District?
Yes! Approximately 64% of students at Lorain County Joint Vocational School District live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 69 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oberlin area.

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