Overview
Sinclair Community College is a public institution located primarily in Dayton, Ohio, with satellite campuses in Centerville, Englewood, and Huber Heights. The college offers a full array of degree and certificate programs, and provides additional focus on areas of study that are in demand in nearby regions. Students in grades 7-12 can take advantage of Sinclair’s College Credit Plus program in order to earn high school and college credit simultaneously, and free of charge. Sinclair also offers over 30 degrees and certificates for distance learners, which can be completed entirely online.
Average Net Price:
$4,208
Campus Setting:
Small city
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $4,569 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $8,316 |
Additional Costs
| Books and Supplies | $624 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
23%
Average Aid Per Year
$5,241
23%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,481
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$1,864
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
3%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2588
75%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,481
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
27%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,633
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$113
Students receiving federal loans
26%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$3,578
Average Other Loans Per Year
$5,657
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
1330
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
Transcript
No
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$20
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
Admissions: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
17,591
Total Number of Undergrads
17,591
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Honors Program
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
120
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Small city
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
45%
Student Organizations
55
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Varsity Athletics Association
NJCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$32,100
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$5,500
Loan Default Rate
20%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$113
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI have received more than just an academic education at Sinclair. I have gained a lifelong experience that will greatly benefit my future.
Erika from Dayton, OH
I have taken 93 credit hours so far and I have learned a lot. I only have one more quarter before I graduate from Sinclair with my associates degree.
Ann from Huber Heights, OH
Sinclair offers a broad spectrum of all types of classes and is accredited and ranked as one of the best community colleges in the country.
Katherine from Huber Heights, OH
Sinclair is a good place to get a head start on college. Just because the school is cheap does not mean its lacking. Great environment to be in, definitely an awesome school.
Joseph from Dayton, OH
Sinclair Community College is one of the best colleges in Ohio.it offers the best education and it helps students to do their best and achieve their goals in life. Sinclair is a good welcoming school and it's very affordable.it deserves five stars
Agape from Huber Heights, OH
The campus is very large and accessible.The Classes are small in students so students get individualized attention.The apperance is amazing.
Brad from Fairborn, OH
Sinclair Community College Is one of the best 2-year colleges in this area. I do believe Sinclair is rated one of the best Colleges in Ohio. The attendance of students is very high in numbers.
Suzanne from Dayton, OH
Sinclair offers small classes with many professors who really care about your success. It is convenient with the off branches and many courses are online.
Kristen from Cincinnati, OH
Love how affordable it is to attend here and how easy it is to get the needed financial aid to have everything covered. I attend on-line and have found that the classes are easy to understand and the requirements for the classes are easy to fulfill.
SM from, OH
This is a great Community College. The professors are very helpful and the students are too. This is an excellent starting point.
Crystal from Fairborn, OH
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