Sinclair Community College

Overview

Sinclair Community College, located in Dayton, Ohio, is a public two-year institution established in 1887. The urban campus spans across 65 acres in the heart of downtown Dayton, offering a contemporary learning environment. Known for its open enrollment policy, Sinclair maintains a high acceptance rate, providing educational opportunities to a diverse student body. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, its central location gives students access to various off-campus living arrangements in the surrounding metropolitan area. Sinclair excels in offering over 220 accredited degree and certificate programs, with notable strength in Aviation Technology, Nursing, and Automotive Technology. Although Sinclair does not emphasize a competitive athletic program, students can still engage in various recreational and wellness activities. The college's focus remains on fostering academic excellence and career readiness through a variety of educational pathways and workforce development programs.

Sinclair Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  3,385 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 14,206 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $3,889 plus fees of $680.