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Adult and Community Education-Hudson
Columbus, Ohio · Public community college
Address: 2323 Lexington Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211 · Phone: (614) 365-6000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Adult and Community Education-Hudson is a public trade school in Columbus, OH offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Adult and Community Education-Hudson has a 95.9% completion rate, above the Ohio state average of 68.8%, with median graduate debt of $14,750 and median earnings of $51,551 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Adult and Community Education-Hudson is $19,447, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 71.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Adult and Community Education-Hudson is a public trade school campus in Columbus, Ohio, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Because it participates in Title IV, students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus is focused on a single program family, awarding LPN / LVN programs, with 50 completers recorded and an undergraduate enrollment of 67.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 95.9%, well above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,551. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,447, and 71.8% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a student body with substantial financial need.
This campus appears best suited to students pursuing a focused, single-track path into practical nursing (LPN/LVN) rather than those seeking a broad range of trade options. The high completion rate relative to the state average may be relevant to adults weighing time-to-completion when changing careers, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers LPN / LVN programs, its only listed program family, with 50 program completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 95.9%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,750, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $51,551.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $19,447.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain state-based aid; contact the school directly for details on how control status affects your specific costs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (614) 365-6000 or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?203030.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a single, focused LPN / LVN program track with a high reported completion rate, which may suit career changers seeking a defined path, though fit depends on individual circumstances not covered in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for LPN / LVN programs are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm licensure steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (614) 365-6000 or visit its website at https://www.ccsoh.us/site/Default.aspx?PageID=334 for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?203030 to compare similar programs.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.