Below Average

Score: 43/100

The Modern College of Design

4-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Kettering, Ohio 45440

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 62%

Outcomes

66/100

Affordability

13/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

C+

55/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

189

Total Enrollment

62%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

8.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

92%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The The Modern College of Design Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $321,944
Avg rent near campus: $1,481/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45410 (7.2% cap, Dayton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$29,344	$29,344

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

44%

Receive Pell Grants

91%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Commercial and Advertising Art 42 grads/yr Graphic Design 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The Modern College of Design's top programs commonly pursue.

Commercial and industrial designers

$79k/yr 30,600 jobs

Artists and related workers, all other

$73k/yr 13,900 jobs

Graphic designers

$61k/yr 265,900 jobs

Art directors

$111k/yr 135,000 jobs

Special effects artists and animators

$100k/yr 57,100 jobs

Web and digital interface designers

$98k/yr 128,900 jobs

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Student Demographics

189

Total Students

74%

Women

89%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 76%

Hispanic 7%

Black 6%

Asian 1%

Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 70%

Fully Online 30%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%

25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Modern College of Design?

The Modern College of Design has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend The Modern College of Design?

Tuition at The Modern College of Design is $29,344 for in-state students and $29,344 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at The Modern College of Design?

The graduation rate at The Modern College of Design is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is The Modern College of Design a good school?

The Modern College of Design has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): 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 The Modern College of Design?

The Modern College of Design has a total enrollment of 189 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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