Stark State College

2745 Winchester Pike, Columbus, OH

About

Stark State College, located in North Canton Ohio, and serving Stark County, was founded in 1960 and originally known as Stark County Technical Institute. The school is one of the larger two year institutions in the state, with an annual enrollment of nearly 16,000 students. The school has gone through many name changes over the years, including Stark Technical College, Stark State College of Technology, and most recently Stark State College. The school is operated by the University System of Ohio. The school offers a number of services and a comprehensive education, and is dedicated to ensuring the quality of its offerings through constant review and update.

Academics

Stark State College offers over 230 majors, providing students a vast variety of options for their future. Students interested in transfer opportunities will complete the first two years of their four year education at SSC, followed by applying for transfer to a four year institution to complete the final two years and earning their bachelor's degree.  Students applying for transfer to schools within the University System of Ohio will have an easier time than those applying to out of state schools or private institutions due to the transfer agreements in place. Transfer curriculums should be developed in conjunction with a counselor to assist in their success.

Career and technical programs provide education in a particular field, allowing students to develop the skills and abilities necessary to become professionals. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or associate degree upon completion. Programs are taught with a combination of classroom and controlled settings, the controlled settings often simulating work environments and allowing students to perfect techniques and methods under the supervision of qualified teachers. Programs are reflective of community needs and the schools dedication to local workforce development.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Communication
• Legal Assisting
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid

Stark State College is an open enrollment institution that provides any interested individuals guaranteed admission if they have a high school diploma or equivalent, or are eighteen years of age or older. Individuals must submit an application and pay all accrued fees. Once completed, students should supply transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. A meeting with a counselor is recommended prior to registration for new students, as is participation in orientation to familiarize oneself with the campus.


Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school's financial aid office to determine the extent of one's financial needs and aid program eligibility when constructing a financial aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for at the start of each academic year, and students receiving aid may be chosen at random by the school to supply additional information prior to the disbursement of funds to verify the accuracy of their FAFSA.


Student Organizations
Stark State College is home to a large number of student organizations that are sponsored by the school. These organizations are formed and maintained by students and dedicated to certain ideas, themes or interests as dictated by their name or charter. Students are encouraged to participate in one or more organization as they provide an excellent setting for socializing with other students and exploring new or current interests.


Organizations at SSC include:

• Cultural Diversity CLub
• International Club
• Stark Raving Writers
• Social Science Club
• Future Speakers of America