Public community college in Marietta, Ohio, offering 40+ programs with a focus on workforce development and student success.
WSCO offers more than 40 certificate and associate degree programs, plus one baccalaureate degree (RN to BSN). Program areas include Business & IT, Engineering & Industrial Technology, Health (nursing, medical laboratory technology, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy assistant, physical therapist assistant, massage therapy), Public Services & Safety (criminal justice), and Transfer programs (Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Social Work). The college provides flexible delivery options including face-to-face, online, blended, day, and evening classes.
The college maintains a small-town campus in Marietta with facilities including the Carson K. Miller Library, Center for Student Success, Dyson Baudo Recreation Center, and specialized labs for nursing and automotive/diesel programs. Student life includes clubs and organizations, WSCO Esports, a Child Development Center, and career services. The college emphasizes a supportive learning environment with success coaches and comprehensive student support services.
WSCO is an open-enrollment institution with no specific test score or GPA requirements for general admission. Applicants must be high school graduates or possess a high school equivalency (GED). Application is free for all students except California residents. Some health programs and the Chemical Dependency Counseling program are selective. The college offers multiple entry points including degree-seeking, online, returning, transient/guest, and adult learner pathways, plus early college options like College Credit Plus (CCP).
The college has graduated over 12,000 alumni since opening in 1971. Career Services provides resume assistance through the VMock SMART Career Platform, job search support, internship placement, and career counseling. The Center for Student Success offers tutoring, academic advising, mental health support, and disability services. Transfer pathways are available to four-year institutions, including partnerships with Marietta College and participation in Ohio Transfer 36.