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James A. Rhodes State College

Lima, OH·Public·1,545 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 1,545 students.

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1,545
Students
$8,851
Net Price
33%
Grad Rate
$34,700
Earnings
10 yr
$7,759
Debt

About This School

James A. Rhodes State College is a public institution located in Lima, Ohio with approximately 1,545 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $8,851 per year. The graduation rate is 33%, and the typical graduate earns $34,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

James A. Rhodes State College is a public community college in Lima, Ohio, United States. High school students comprise over 50% of those enrolled at Rhodes State College.

Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable entry point into higher education — at just $8,851/year net cost and a median debt of only $7,759, you won't graduate buried in loans. That said, the 33% graduation rate is a real concern and suggests many students don't finish, so go in with a clear plan and strong support system. Median earnings of $34,700 a decade out are modest, making this a better fit for career-focused programs like nursing or skilled trades than for those hoping for a high-salary professional path.

Founded
1971
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions48%
Business & Marketing23%
Computer Science4%
Education0%
Psychology0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,657
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,217
Avg Net Price
$8,851
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants15%
Median debt at graduation$7,759

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
33%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,759
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,759
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$34,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White82%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino1%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,545 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

James A. Rhodes State College

4240 Campus Dr

Lima, OH 45804

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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