D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

The Modern College of Design

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Kettering, Ohio 45440
ℹ️
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
B
66/100
Affordability
F
13/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C+
55/100
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

189
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Modern College of Design, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$42,187
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,074
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
69.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
53.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 77th 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 The Modern College of Design

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
Design and Applied Arts—$39,430+3%#34 of 90#25$5,500

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 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

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