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North Central State College

Mansfield, OH·Public·1,273 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 1,273 students.

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1,273
Students
$4,687
Net Price
36%
Grad Rate
$31,400
Earnings
10 yr
$8,252
Debt

About This School

North Central State College is a public institution located in Mansfield, Ohio with approximately 1,273 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,687 per year. The graduation rate is 36%, 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
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,688

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing27%
Health Professions22%
Computer Science19%
Biological Sciences2%
Education2%
Communications1%
Psychology1%

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
$9,103
Avg Net Price
$4,687
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$3,344
$30–48k$2,087
$48–75k$5,076
$75–110k$7,753
$110k+$7,248

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants22%
Median debt at graduation$8,252

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
36%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
71%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,252
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$31,000
Female graduates$22,900

Gap: 26% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,252
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$25,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$31,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.8x

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

White78%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian1%
Two or more races5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,273 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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