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Clark State College
Springfield, Ohio · Public college
Address: 570 E Leffel Ln, Springfield, OH 45501 · Phone: (937) 325-0691 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Clark State College is a public trade and career school in Springfield, Ohio, offering EMT & paramedic training, LPN programs, and medical assistant programs. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Clark State College graduates carry a median debt of $14,490, with median earnings of $39,584 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate and comparison to Ohio's 68.8% state average are not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Clark State College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 38.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,940 | $40,220 | $47,490 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,360 | $78,320 | $82,430 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| Machinists | $38,070 | $57,940 | $64,050 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,860 | $60,470 | $69,290 |
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 | 47 | $37,031 | $35,864 | $13,792 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 42 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 17 | $33,316 | $39,153 | $13,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | $33,316 | $39,153 | $13,750 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | $33,316 | $39,153 | $13,750 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Clark State College is a public trade and career college in Springfield, Ohio. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants and federal loans to help cover costs. The college holds accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Its most-completed trade programs are EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs, drawn from 13 total program families that also include welding, CNC machining, radiology technology, and diesel mechanics.
Federal data shows 161 trade program completers against an undergraduate enrollment of 3,456. The state average completion rate for Ohio is 68.8%, though Clark State's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,490, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,584. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students pursuing healthcare and emergency-services credentials such as EMT, LPN, or medical assisting, as well as those interested in skilled trades like welding or diesel mechanics, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Clark State College offers 13 program families, with the most completions in EMT & paramedic training (66), LPN/LVN programs (47), and medical assistant programs (27). It also offers welding, CNC machining, radiology technology, and diesel mechanic programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Clark State College is accredited. It holds regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, along with program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Clark State College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 38.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to Ohio's state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Ohio's state average completion rate is 68.8%. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,490, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $39,584 ten years after entry, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (937) 325-0691 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Clark State College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state and federal funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data, including completion, debt, and earnings figures, on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?201973.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify scheduling or adult-learner support, so fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone. Contact the school directly to ask about flexible scheduling or career-changer resources.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the available data; programs such as EMT and LPN typically require state licensure, so contact the school to confirm specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Clark State College at (937) 325-0691 or visit https://www.clarkstate.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the available data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.