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Why choose Stark State?

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Affordable

  • Lowest tuition in the area: $209.60 per credit hour
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  • Accredited
  • Transferable
  • Industry-experienced faculty
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In-demand careers

  • Good-paying jobs are waiting for our grads
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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
- Michael Felcyn
EMT/paramedic

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February 03, 2026

Dr. Para Jones Selected as First Recipient of the Greater Akron Chamber Chairman’s Award For Community Impact

Para M. Jones, Ph.D., president of Stark State College, has been selected as the first-ever recipient of the Greater Akron Chamber Chairman’s Award for Community Leadership, the chamber announced in a news release on Feb. 2, 2026.

January 20, 2026

Stark State College to host Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration Jan. 28

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 20, 2026 – The public is invited to attend a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration at Stark State College on Wednesday, Jan. 28.

January 14, 2026

Stark State College announces fall 2025 president’s list and dean’s list

Stark State College has announced the fall 2025 president’s list and dean’s list.

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Hooks of Hope
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Getting Involved at SSC Akron
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American Red Cross Blood Drive
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Game Night
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Donuts with the Deans

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