1962
Springfield, OH

About Clark State College

Clark State College provides high-quality educational programs in a student-centered, dynamic learning environment.  This two-year public institution helps individuals develop critical skills enhancing intellectual, personal and professional growth.  The college also provides workforce training, ensuring the application of knowledge directly to the workplace.

Clark State offers online associate’s degrees and classes to working adults.  Programs vary from arts and humanities to business, information technology, and more.  Courses are offered in a hybrid format and offer the same challenging content as is offered on-campus.

Accreditation & Licensing

Clark State College is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

4-year, primarily associate's, Public

Highest Level Offered:

Bachelor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Not applicable

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 6,711 ; Graduate: Not applicable

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 30% ; Graduate: Not applicable

Graduation Rate:

22%

Transfer Rate:

26%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$39,584

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$14,490

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

43%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$4,807

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

Online Programs offered by Clark State College

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate of Arts (Transfer)
Associate of Science (Transfer)

Business

Accounting Certificate
Accounting Executive Option Departmental Certificate
Best Buy degree
Associate of Applied Business in Accounting
Best Buy degree
Associate of Applied Business in Management
Best Buy degree
Associate of Arts in Communication
Associate of Technical Studies in Professional Services Management
Banking Certificate
Consumer Lending Departmental Certificate
Customer Service Short-Term Technical Certificate
Management Certificate
Property Insurance Claims Short-Term Technical Certificate
Real Estate Short-Term Technical Certificate
Supervisory Departmental Certificate

Computer Science & IT

Associate of Applied Science in Geospatial Technology
Popular degree
Certificate in Computer Programming

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Associate of Applied Business in Judicial Court Reporting
Judicial Court Reporting Captioning/CART Career-Enhancement Certificate

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clark State College

Is Clark State College accredited?

Yes. Clark State College is institutionally accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

How many online programs does Clark State College offer?

Clark State College offers 19 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Clark State College offer?

Clark State College offers associate-level programs.

How should students contact admissions at Clark State College?

Ready to connect? Check Admission Details to get admissions, tuition, and timeline details directly from the school.

Is Clark State College expensive, and what are the tuition costs?

Roughly speaking, Clark State College falls into GetEducated’s $ tuition tier, which points to a lower tuition range.

How quickly can I enroll at Clark State College?

Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.

What should transfer students ask Clark State College first?

The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.

Is Clark State College military friendly?

Clark State College does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.

How can students request information from Clark State College through GetEducated?

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What documents are most commonly required for Clark State College applications?

Most listed programs ask for Official High School Transcript/GED Score and Official College Transcript(s). Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.

Does Clark State College accept life experience credit?

Clark State College accepts life experience credit, but qualifying can be harder than expected and fees may still apply. Check Transfer Options to confirm what applies to your program.

Are Clark State College programs fully online or mixed?

Clark State College programs are primarily listed as 100% Online, which can help students screen for schedule fit before applying.

What kinds of online programs does Clark State College offer?

Clark State College has online program options in areas such as Business, Art & Liberal Arts, Computer Science & IT, and Criminal Justice, Safety & Law; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.

Are any admission tests required for Clark State College programs?

One recurring admissions-test item is Placement Test, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students). Students should confirm whether it applies to their specific program.

Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Clark State College?

Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.

Do any Clark State College programs have state authorization limitations?

State authorization restrictions are not prominent across available programs, but students should still confirm eligibility for their state. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.

How often can students start at Clark State College?

Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Clark State College, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.

How should working adults compare Clark State College programs?

Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.

What should students compare before choosing a Clark State College program?

Students should compare accreditation fit, program format, application requirements, total cost, and whether the timeline works with their schedule.

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Clark State College is located in Ohio

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44,825 sq mi
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