Public community college in Lima, Ohio serving over 50 years with hands-on technical and academic programs.
Rhodes State College offers over 70 Associate degree and certificate programs with emphasis on technical and workforce training. The college serves students from Allen County and beyond, with high school students comprising over 50% of enrollment through College Credit Plus (CCP) pathways. Academic Affairs emphasizes contemporary curricula taught by qualified faculty, with systematic assessment of student learning outcomes across six Institutional Learning Outcomes including critical thinking, effective communication, and technological proficiency.
The main campus is located at 4240 Campus Drive in Lima, Ohio. Facilities include Cook Hall, Galvin Hall, JJC Engineering and Technology Building, Keese Hall, Life and Physical Sciences Building, Public Service Building, Reed Hall, Technology Education Laboratory, and the Borra Center. The college offers food services, a bookstore, library, tutoring center, and student engagement activities. A Dental Hygiene Clinic serves the community, and the college hosts summer camps including Rhodesology programs for K-12 students.
Rhodes State accepts multiple pathways: New Students (high school seniors, recent graduates, GED recipients), Transfer Students, College Credit Plus participants, Transient/Guest Students, and Returning Students. Recommended application deadlines are July 1 for Fall, November 15 for Spring, and April 15 for Summer, though applications are accepted after these dates. The college serves high school students, adult learners, international students, and veterans with dedicated support services.
The Career Development Office reports 93% employment rate for 2019 graduates and 100% employed or continuing education. The college maintains connections with 3,000+ employers through its online job board and provides internship opportunities averaging $14.56 hourly pay for Business, IT, and Engineering Tech interns. Career services include exploration, job search resources, resume/cover letter assistance, and interview preparation.