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North Central State College

Mansfield, OH·Public·1,187 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 1,187 students.

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1,187
Students
$4,304
Net Price
34%
Grad Rate
$31,400
Earnings
10 yr
$4,500
Debt

About This School

North Central State College is a public institution located in Mansfield, Ohio with approximately 1,187 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,304 per year. The graduation rate is 34%, and the typical graduate earns $31,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

North Central State College is a public community college in Mansfield, Ohio, United States. It is located on the 644-acre (261 ha) campus of The Ohio State University at Mansfield. NCSC offers associate degrees and certification programs in a number of career fields, including business, computers, engineering, health science and public service, technology, and workforce development.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $4,304/year net cost and only $4,500 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the most affordable college options you'll find anywhere. That said, the 34% graduation rate is a real concern — most students who start here don't finish — so you'll want to go in with a clear plan and strong support system. Worth considering if you're pursuing a specific associate degree or certification in health sciences or technology and are committed to seeing it through.

Founded
1961
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Health Professions26%
Business & Marketing21%
Computer Science21%
Education3%
Psychology2%
Communications2%
Biological Sciences2%
English0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,624
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,102
Avg Net Price
$4,304
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants24%
Median debt at graduation$4,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
34%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
92%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$25,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.0x

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

White84%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,187 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

North Central State College

2441 Kenwood Circle

Mansfield, OH 44906-0698

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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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