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Kent State University at Tuscarawas
New Philadelphia, Ohio · Public university
Address: 330 University Dr N.E., New Philadelphia, OH 44663 · Phone: (330) 339-3391 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Kent State University at Tuscarawas is a public trade/career school in New Philadelphia, Ohio, offering medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Kent State University at Tuscarawas carry a median debt of $24,500 and earn a median of $45,388 ten years after entry; campus-specific completion rate versus the state average of 68.8% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance for Kent State University at Tuscarawas is not reported in federal data; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 34.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | 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
Kent State University at Tuscarawas is a public campus in New Philadelphia, Ohio, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, loans, and Pell Grants here. Among its trade-related offerings, the campus's main career-training focus is medical billing & coding programs, with 9 completers recorded in the most recent federal data out of an overall undergraduate enrollment of 1,654 students.
Federal completion-rate data specific to this campus's trade programs is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%, and how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $24,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are $45,388. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 34.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus, located in a distant-town locale, may suit students seeking a focused credential in medical billing and coding within a larger public university setting rather than a strictly short-term vocational program; specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so career-changers should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes, check the Higher Learning Commission's directory and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Kent State University at Tuscarawas's primary trade-related offering is medical billing & coding programs, which had 9 completers in the most recent federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%, but how this campus compares is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $24,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $45,388, per the College Scorecard.
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 (330) 339-3391 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for the same federal aid and oversight as other public universities.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program format or schedule flexibility for career changers, so this is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask about options for working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with professional bodies related to medical billing and coding, or contact the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Kent State University at Tuscarawas at (330) 339-3391 or visit https://www.kent.edu/tusc for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes 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.