Sinclair Community College is a community college located in Dayton, Ohio that was established in 1887, and is named after David A. Sinclair, a Scottish immigrant and secretary of the Dayton YMCA. The college operates satellite locations in Englewood, Huber Heights, and Mason. According to the enrollment figures, it is one of the largest community college campuses in North America.
The college has been recognized as an elite Vanguard Learning College by the League for Innovation in the Community College. It offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse fields of study. Sinclair is a member of the Ohio Community College Athletic Association (OCCAC) and the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Their official mascot is Tartan Pride and their sports teams are nicknamed the Tartans.
Sinclair Community College is found in Dayton, Ohio. Dayton is a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Sinclair Community College.
The school is known for its programs in engineering technician and nutrition and exercise therapy.
Sinclair Community College accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 18,937 in 2005 at Sinclair Community College. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
More complete details are provided below.
Sinclair Community College
444 W. Third St.
Dayton, OH 45402-1460
General Phone: (937) 512-3000
Admissions Phone: (937) 512-3000
Financial Aid Phone: (937) 512-3000
http://www.sinclair.edu
Sinclair Community College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 242 | liberal arts and sciences, sign language translation, interdisciplinary studies, creative writing, sociology, English, history |
| Engineering Technician | 221 | automotive tech, industrial production tech, electronics tech, architectural engineering tech, civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering related tech, HVAC tech, drafting and design tech, ... |
| Business And Management | 182 | business, business management, accounting, banking, marketing studies, management information systems, human resources, purchasing and contract management, ... |
| Medical Support And Technology | 179 | radiation therapist, dental hygienist, hematology tech, respiratory care tech, electrocardiograph tech, allied health and medical assisting, pharmacy tech, surgical tech, ... |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 129 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Adminstration | 102 | medical records tech, medical secretary, medical transcription |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 99 | computer and info science, computer support |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 65 | criminal justice and police, corrections, criminal justice and administration, security and loss prevention, fire protection tech |
| Office And Administration | 52 | business support services, general office occupations, office data entry |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 52 | commercial art, printmaking, drawing, multimedia |
| Therapy And Counseling | 49 | substance abuse counseling, physical therapist assistant, psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 46 | kindergarten/preschool teaching, physical education teaching, elementary school teaching, education of physically impaired, early childhood education |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 38 | dietitian, occupational therapist assistant |
| Law | 32 | legal assistant, legal secretary |
| Media | 31 | communication studies, photo and film tech |
| Hospitality | 24 | tourism and travel, hotel management, restaurant and food services management |
| Engineering | 23 | engineering, industrial engineering |
| Design | 20 | interior design |
| Art Studies | 13 | art studies, arts management |
| Science | 12 | biotechnology, chemistry, biological and biomedical sciences, physics |
| Family And Social Work | 8 | family and community services, public administration, social work |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 7 | chef training |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Transportation | 6 | aviation tech, commercial pilot and flight crew |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama, theatre design |
| Medicine | 4 | gerontology |
| Production Trades | 3 | tool and die tech |
| Music | 3 | various music studies |
| Mechanics And Repair | 3 | aircraft maintenance, avionics maintenance |
| Real Estate And Construction Management | 2 | real estate |
| Fine Arts | 1 | sculpture |
Number of programs and degrees for Sinclair Community College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 1,326 | 79 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 204 | 27 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 128 | 18 |
In 2005, Sinclair Community College had a total enrollment of 18,937 students (11,273 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 17% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 11% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 96% |
| State unknown | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 52 % |
| Part-Time | 37 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dayton, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (937) 512-3000
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,496 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 4,503 |
| Books and supplies | $ 979 |
Financial Aid:
Sinclair Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 311900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (937) 512-3000
Sinclair Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 107 | 108 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 62 | 74 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 42 | 72 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $71,314 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $71,314 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 87 | $67,730 | 81 | $65,453 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 32 | $49,427 | 44 | $49,964 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 43 | $41,639 | 50 | $41,997 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $35,333 | 7 | $36,527 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 30 | $33,300 | 45 | $33,300 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 196 | $53,087 | 227 | $50,018 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | short term | 12 | $7,500 | 27 | $7,500 |
| All faculty total | short term | 12 | $7,500 | 27 | $7,500 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Basketball | 8 | 7 | 15 |
| All Other Sports | 1 | 13 | 14 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Labor and Industrial Relations
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
Marketing, Other
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Orthopedic/Oth Phys Impairments
Elementary Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
Industrial Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
Plastics Engineering Technology/Technician
Quality Control Technology/Technician
Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Community Services
Public Administration
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Restaurant/Food Services Management
Tourism and Travel Services Management
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Sign Language Interpretation and Translation
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician and Assistant
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician
Hematology Technology/Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
Drawing
Intermedia/Multimedia
Printmaking
PRODUCTION TRADES
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biotechnology
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
Security and Loss Prevention Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapist Assistant
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
TRANSPORTATION
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General
Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Sinclair Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
Offers athletic scholarships
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