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General Contact
- School Code: 100270
- Phone: (740) 868-0000 x000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
79%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
52FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,440Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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General Studies Degree
The general studies program at James A Rhodes State College prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer general studies degrees.
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James A Rhodes State College
Also known as Rhodes State College
11627 State Rte 243, Chesapeake, OH
James A. Rhodes State College (Rhodes State College) is a public institution providing degree granting career programs, non-credit workforce development, and consulting for business and industry in Lima, Ohio. With more than 4,100 students currently enrolled, Rhodes State College has more than 450 full-time and part-time faculty and staff.
Mission Statement:
Rhodes State College’s Mission State exists to change lives, build futures and improve communities through life-long learning.
Divisions of Academic Programs and Certificates:
- Allied Health
- Division of Art & Sciences
- Division of Business and Public Service
- Division of Information Technology and Engineering Technology
- Division of Nursing
The Workforce, Economic Development and Continuing Education Division provide training (both credit and non-credit) for organizations, businesses, and on the individual level. Training is available in healthcare, information technology, manufacturing & applied technologies, quality tools and processes, and human resources development.
Rhodes College has a large variety of established transfer agreements in place to make a smooth transition. They are also part of the University System of Ohio which lists a large number of courses, allowing seamlessly transfer to most general education courses. Review the Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs) by researching the school programs today.
Student services include personal and educational counseling, academic advisement, athletics, career services, employment opportunities, and tutoring.
Detailed Tuition information as well as payment options by starting with the admissions portal or simply requesting information from the school here.
Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rhodes State College offers an associate's degree program in general studies.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 6 |
Female | 13 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 3 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 14 |
Multiple Races | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the General Studies program at James A Rhodes State College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH
- Average Annual Salary: $57420
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Rhodes State College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, James A Rhodes State College may provide services including:- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children