D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
55/100 · earnings-weighted

Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Elyria, Ohio 44035
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: 62%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
F
27/100
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

58
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,481
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,138
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
68.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
71.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th 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 Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria

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
Health and Medical Administrative Services$26,601$33,039-7%#365 of 496#294$9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$23,402$32,404-4%#221 of 332#173$9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$25,789$31,386-8%#508 of 637#426$9,500

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 Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $192,027
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,183/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

100%
Receive Any Aid
91%
Receive Pell Grants
98%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Medical/Clinical Assistant 26 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Medical assistants
$44k/yr 811,000 jobs
Dental assistants
$47k/yr 381,900 jobs

Student Demographics

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Total Students
95%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 7%
Hispanic 22%
Black 14%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 26%
Hybrid (Some Online) 74%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria?
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 Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria?
The graduation rate at Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria a good school?
Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria?
Ross Medical Education Center-Elyria has a total enrollment of 58 students.

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