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Southern State Community College

Public Hillsboro, OH · Town · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
31%
Graduation Rate
$35,463
Earnings (10yr)
$9,674
Net Price
761
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Overview

Southern State Community College serves around 761 students, making it a tight-knit environment where individuals can thrive in programs like Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Mechanic & Repair Tech, and Computer Science & IT. This college is ideal for those looking for a supportive community and practical programs that align with their career ambitions. With a graduation rate of 31%, it’s clear that this institution is focused on helping students complete their goals, even as they navigate the challenges of college life.

After graduation, students can expect to earn an average of $35,463 within ten years of completing their studies. While the college may not have extensive mobility data, the earnings figures suggest that graduates can find stable employment, particularly in fields like health and technology. Affordability is a crucial factor; the net price for students after financial aid is $9,674, making it accessible for many.

Looking at the financial aspects, the median student debt is $11,457, which is relatively manageable. With 22% of students receiving Pell Grants, there's support available for those who qualify. The combination of reasonable costs and a strong community helps students who are committed to their education and career development to thrive here.

Rankings

How Southern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation31%Earnings 10yr$35KNet Price$10KRetention64%Median Debt$11KPell Grant Rate22%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$8K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$11K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1492.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%689.4%MOBILITY102.88%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,912
In-State Tuition
$10,818
Out-of-State
$9,674
Avg Net Price
$11,457
Median Debt
22%
Pell Grant Rate
13%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,099
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,950
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,926
Family Income $48K–$75K
$10,805
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$32,851
6 Years After Entry
$33,821
8 Years
$35,463
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
40%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$32,851 6yr $33,821 8yr $35,463 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

102.88%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
689.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1492.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$53,900
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.10
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
9.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 64%
Full-Time Faculty 47%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,585
Diversity Index 0.19
First-Gen Students 52%

Top Programs

Humanities 41%
Health Professions 22%
Business & Marketing 22%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Criminal Justice 3%
Education 2%