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Short-Term Certificate in Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology

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One-Year Certificate in Business Management

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Short-Term Certificate in Business Management

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Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology

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One-Year Certificate in Office Administration

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Business Management Technology
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Associate of Applied Business Business Management Technology 60 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus and online       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credentials Earned SHIRM, IIAP and ICPM Visit campus Contact us App ...

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Benefits of the Partnership

Cost Savings $2 million saved annually through shared operations, staffing and space utilization Our partnership is rooted in efficiency, equity and shared purpose. Costs are allocated fairly using formulas based on enrollment, space usage or direct expen ...

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Alumni Award Winners Honored
Terry Bertiaux holds his Outstanding Alumni Award certificate and glass trophy.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) presented three alumni awards to graduates who have reached remarkable heights in their careers and shown extraordinary dedication to the communities they serve. ...

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Outstanding Alumni Award Recipients
Terry Bertiaux holds his Outstanding Alumni Award certificate and glass trophy.

The Outstanding Alumni Award recognizes Central Ohio Technical College alumni who have demonstrated personal and professional achievement that brings honor and distinction to the college as well as individual attainment and contributions for the bettermen ...

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Transitions Alumni Award Recipients
Sarah Grandstaff holds her Transitions Alumni Award certificate and glass trophy.

Established in 2009, the Transitions Alumni Award recognizes COTC alumni faculty and staff who have made the transition from student to partner in career development, making a difference in the lives of current or future students. It is presented at the a ...

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Barker Alumni Community Service Award Recipients
Brian Haught holds his Community Service Alumni Award and glass trophy.

​​​​The John C. "Jay" Barker Alumni Community Service Award was created in 2013 by the COTC Alumni Council and is presented annually at the July 3rd Independence Day concert and fireworks to recognize COTC alumni who have made a significant impa ...

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Anti-Hazing

Anti-Hazing Policy Download COTC's policy on anti-hazing: Collin's Law (Hazing) Report 2024-25 As part of Central Ohio Technical College’s commitment to promoting a safe and healthy campus environment, members of the college community have the r ...

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The Cost-Shared Agreement

The cost-shared agreement details how Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark share facilities and personnel as well as the costs associated with each. It also promotes a spirit of mutual respect between the two institutions ...

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Elizabeth Barnhart Award
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The Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence is presented to a graduating associate degree nursing student from the Newark campus who exemplifies the highest ideals of the nursing profession: intelligence, commitment, sacrifice, integrity and a com ...

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Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Financial aid can be used in addition to other military/student veteran educational benefits. We encourage students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. apply for Financial A ...

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Net Price Calculator

The Net Price Calculator determines how much financial aid you will receive and how much you would need to pay out of pocket to attend COTC. Cost can be viewed as a monthly, annual or total degree amount. It also helps you explore the different ways you c ...

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Impact Report
Four students gather around the COTC mascot, TC the cat, on a bridge at the Newark campus.

The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of education in our college community. Through compelling stories of students, alumni, donors, faculty and staff, the report highlights programs and partnerships that shap ...

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Autumn Commencement Ceremony
Graduates in their caps and gowns stand with COTC mascot TC the cat.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) hosted commencement on Dec. 12, celebrating graduates who completed their degree and/or certificate requirements in the summer and autumn 2025 semesters. COTC President John M. Berry, PhD, presided over the ceremony a ...

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COTC and Ohio State Newark Celebrate Partnership
TC the Central Ohio Technical College cat mascot and Brutus Buckeye stand with one arm around each other and the other held out to point a finger toward the viewer.

Since 1971, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark have shared more than just an expansive campus — they have shared a vision to expand access to education in this community. ...

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Knox Campus Location

The Knox campus is located in downtown Mount Vernon on the crossroad of South Main Street and East Ohio Avenue. Knox Campus Address: Ariel Hall Second Floor 236 South Main Street Mount Vernon, OH 43050 Building Hours: Monday–Thursday: 7:45 a.m.–7:30 p.m. ...

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Degrees and Certificates at Knox

COTC offers some career-ready associate degrees and certificates   in full* at the Knox campus through a combination of in-person and remote learning, including courses that are delivered online, via Zoom or in our video-connected classrooms. Individual g ...

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Institutional Planning Resources

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Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award
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The Officer Thomas W. Cottrell, Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service is given out at each Peace Officer Basic Training graduation ceremony during the academic year. The selection of the recipients is based on many factors including, bu ...

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Student Services

COTC’s academic, personal and other support services are available to students at the Knox campus. Academic Advising An academic advisor helps students map academic and career goals, register for classes, and stay on track to graduate. Appointments are re ...

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Food pantry provides hope to hungry students
A student puts boxed food in a paper bag inside the food pantry while a staff members stands by holding more boxes.

Farhan* was hungry to improve himself upon moving to the United States as a high school senior. He always wanted to go to college, and that approach made it possible. Then he was just flat out hungry. ...

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Brain Break: Needle Felting

Location: Warner Center Game Room Join the Office of Student Life on alternating Wednesdays for a return of our Brain Breaks series! These fun and relaxing events are open to all students. ...

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Robert A. Montagnese
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Mr. Montagnese is President & CEO of Licking Memorial Health Systems.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Wittenberg University and a Master of Healthcare Administration from The Ohio ...

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Andrew Guanciale
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Guanciale is a Realtor with the Guanciale Group of Coldwell Banker Reality in Licking County. A native of Newark, Guanciale graduated from Newark Catholic High School and received a bachelor’s degree in business finance from Capital University. He is a th ...

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Sally Wallace Heckman
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Sally Wallace Heckman is the president and CEO of First Federal Savings in Newark. She serves on First Federal’s Board of Directors and is also a trustee of the First Federal Foundation. ...

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