Sinclair Community College

Dayton, Ohio, United States · Est. 1948 · Community College

Ohio's largest community college with 325+ programs and strong transfer pathways to four-year universities.

  • Founded 1948 as a public community college in Dayton, Ohio
  • Enrollment of 18,772 (fall 2016); over 32,000 total across all locations
  • Named Top 25 U.S. Community College by Aspen Institute
  • 325+ degree and certificate programs across academic and technical disciplines
  • Student-to-faculty ratio of 19:1; one of the lowest in Ohio
  • Multiple campuses: Dayton, Centerville, Mason, online, and Wright-Patterson AFB

Academics

Sinclair offers over 325 degree and certificate programs spanning academic and technical fields. The college emphasizes workforce development and career preparation, with specialized programs in high-demand areas. More than 26,000 credentials have been earned by Sinclair students in the last four years. The college maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 19:1, among the lowest at any Ohio college.

Transfer & Partnerships

Sinclair has established partnerships with seven universities and maintains over 100 university transfer agreements, making credit transfer seamless. More than 3,500 students transfer annually to four-year institutions. A formal partnership with the University of Cincinnati allows Sinclair students at the Mason campus to pursue a bachelor's degree in Information Technology.

Campus & Locations

The college operates five locations across Southwest Ohio: the main Dayton campus (downtown), regional centers in Centerville and Mason, online courses, and a facility at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The main Dayton campus is one of the largest community college campuses in North America. The college serves an eight-county region in Southwest Ohio.

Affordability & Outcomes

Sinclair maintains one of the lowest tuition rates in Ohio and is committed to affordable, accessible education. On average, Sinclair students receiving associate degrees see an earnings increase from $33,000 to $53,000 in the first year after graduation. The college is recognized as the region's top choice for undergraduate education, with more local students choosing Sinclair than any other local college.

Founded
1948
Type
Community College
Courses
6
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationUniversity System of Ohio
Websitehttp://sinclair.edu
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
6
Avg career outcomes
$37.6K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources