Ohio Technical College ★ Hidden gem
Cleveland, Ohio · Private, for-profit · 683 undergraduates
All 5 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Ohio high-school graduate (about $36,082/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $33,752 |
| $30k to $48k | $34,988 |
| $48k to $75k | $36,270 |
| $75k to $110k | $36,224 |
| $110k and up | $36,452 |
| All families (average) | $34,972 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,837 | +$14,755 | clears the bar | $12,000 | 0.8 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $51,948 | +$15,866 | clears the bar | $12,000 | 0.8 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate's Degree | $53,428 | +$17,346 | clears the bar | $7,667 | 0.4 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $44,716 | +$8,634 | clears the bar | $13,000 | 1.5 yrs |
| Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other | Associate's Degree | $50,275 | +$14,193 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 50% of students receive Pell grants · 90% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.