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My goal was to get through school as debt-free as possible. At Stark State, I’ve got that covered.

Daniel O'Grady
- Daniel O’Grady
automation and robotics major

I’m getting a wonderful education at a very affordable price. I wish all graduating seniors knew the economic advantage of completing your first two years of college at Stark State.

Bailey Doerfler
- Bailey Doerfler
computer graphic arts - digital photography major

After much research, I found Stark State provided the best education in this field, as well as the most affordable. I came here because I wanted to learn from the best in my field, and I haven’t been disappointed.

Michael Felcyn
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EMT/paramedic

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October 15, 2024

From Stark State to Ph.D.: A professor’s journey from criminal justice student to sociology scholar

Step onto North Carolina State University’s campus in Raleigh this fall, and you’ll find Stark State College alum Chris Schell teaching in the department of sociology and anthropology.

October 08, 2024

Department of Labor awards Stark State College additional $2.23 million toward nursing career pathways

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 8, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) total grant support of Stark State College’s NEO-WIN (Northeast Ohio Workforce Initiative in Nursing) program now stands at $3.98 million.

October 07, 2024

Stark State College open houses set for Oct. 17, 23

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 7, 2024 – Stark State College invites students, parents and adults looking for a new career to attend its upcoming fall open houses. The events take place from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 17 on main campus at 6200 Frank Ave. NW in Jackson Township, or Oct. 23 at Stark State College Akron, 360 Perkins St.

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Oct 17
Open house | main campus
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Oct 17
Applications due for Fall Graduation, One-Year ODHE Certificates/ Career Enhancement Certificates
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Oct 20
First 8-week session ends
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Oct 20
Last day to register for second 8-week courses
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Oct 21
Second 8-week session begins

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