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Community Outreach and Events

Central Ohio Technical College strives to support and empower students to develop the knowledge, skills, values and abilities needed to become engaged participants and leaders in their local communities. And, by investing in partnerships with our communit ...

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Barnes & Noble Bookstore

John L. and Christine Warner Library and Student Center No ...

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The John Gilbert Reese Center
Photo of the John Gilbert Reese Center

Offering unparalleled, customized service in concert with state-of-the art technology, the beautifully designed John Gilbert Reese Center is the ideal site for you next event. ...

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Alumni Council

The COTC Alumni Council consists of up to 20 alumni volunteers who serve as an advisory committee to the director of advancement for the purpose of suggesting and implementing programming and events for the Alumni Program. Council members are nominated an ...

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Adena Recreation Center Alumni Membership
Workout machines at the Adena Recreation Center

Working out at the Adena Recreation Center can help improve your health and keep you motivated! In addition to helping you to burn fat and calories, cardiovascular exercise also helps to strengthen your heart and prevent against risky medical conditions. ...

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Newark Campus

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Newark campus is COTC’s first and largest campus in both physical size and enrollment. It is located about 40 miles east of Columbus. The 200-acre campus has 12 buildings, including seven academic buildings and three re ...

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Financial Aid Forms

After receiving notification from Student Financial Services of the required documents, submit the forms as soon as possible to prevent the delay in processing your financial aid package.* It may take up to six weeks to process your file once the document ...

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Verification

Students who apply for Federal Financial Aid may be selected for a process called verification and must submit documents to confirm the information reported on the FAFSA is accurate. ...

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Financial Aid Forms

Find forms required for verification, appeals and other situations related to paying for college. ...

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Rights and Responsibilities

​​Student Rights A student has the right to know what financial aid programs are available at COTC. A student has the right to know the deadlines for submitting applications for each of the financial aid programs available. A student has the right to know ...

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Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP)

The Nurse Education Assistance Loan Program (NEALP) is a state program for nursing students who, upon completion of their education, plan to practice nursing in the state of Ohio. Students must be admitted to the nursing program to be considered. The loan ...

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Our Story

After conducting a thorough study of the needs of the district, the Board of Trustees submitted the Official Plan for the creation of the Central Ohio Technical Institute on January 26, 1971, and received its charter from the Ohio Board of Regents on Febr ...

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Additional Scholarship Opportunities

If you receive an award from any outside sources, you or your donor should notify Student Financial Services. Federal regulations require that external scholarships be considered part of a student’s overall financial aid package, which cannot exceed the c ...

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Admissions at COTC

Whether you are considering whether to attend COTC or college, are still deciding what to study, or know what you want to study and are ready to get enrolled, the COTC Admissions team is here to help.  Contact us Schedule an appointment for a dedicated ti ...

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Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
Fireworks explode over the campus while onlookers watch from the campus lawn.

In collaboration with our generous community sponsors, the Gilbert Reese Family Foundation, Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark warmly welcome you to the Independence Day Concert and Fireworks held annually on July 3. Th ...

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Completion Plan

Central Ohio Technical College is undertaking a definitive shift in how we guide, support, teach, and care for our students. The 2022-24 biennial completion plan reflects the strategic goals of the institution during this two-year period. Additionally, th ...

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Federal Pell Grant

The Federal Pell Grant  is free assistance funded by the federal government. Recipients must be enrolled in an undergraduate program leading to a certificate, associate’s or bachelor degree and meet all other required eligibility criteria. ...

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Business and Finance

These departments and services are shared with The Ohio State University at Newark. The business and finance office is located on the Newark Campus in Hodges Hall. Services include accounting, budget, payroll and purchasing. ...

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Emergency Medical Technician Basic

COTC offers initial EMT courses in conjunction with our affiliated partners at CTEC of Licking County, Knox County Career Center, and the Ohio Fire Academy. EMS 120 is a 7-credit hour/one-semester course. Students completing the course will be eligible to ...

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Program Accreditation Information
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  Associate Degree in Nursing Program Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The 2020 survey resulted in continuing accreditation. 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, Georgia 30326 Phone: 404.975.5000 Fax: 404.975.502 ...

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Associate of Arts Pathways

Associate of Arts Students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree and have an interest in the arts generally can complete an Associate of Arts without an area of concentration which allows them to take courses in a variety of areas.  Associate of Art ...

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Tuition and Fees

College is an investment in you. At COTC, our tuition is affordable and among the lowest in the state. Our Student Financial Services team wants to help you understand tuition costs, ways to pay tuition, and how to keep your account current. ...

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Thomas Comisford, BSLA

Credentials BS, Landscape Architecture, The Ohio State University, 1991 ...

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Tressa Arnold, MSW, LISW-S, HS-BCP

MSW, The Ohio State University, 1992 BSW, The Ohio State University, 1991 ...

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Kris Bowman, DNP, RN

Credentials DNP, Northern Kentucky University, 2020 MSN, Walden University, 2012 MEd, Educational Administration, Ashland University, 2008 BSN, Ohio University, 1999 AAS, Nursing, Ohio University, 1997 AAS, Respiratory Therapy, West Virginia Northern Comm ...

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Kimberly Cook, MSN, RN

Credentials MSN, Ohio University, 2010 BSN, Ohio University, 2007 AAS, Nursing, Ohio University, 1993 ...

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Susan Cooperider, EdD, RN

Credentials EdD, Education and Leadership in Healthcare, Nebraska Methodist College, 2020 MSN, Nursing, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2010 BSN, Ohio University, 2007 AAS, Nursing, Technology, Central Ohio Technical College, 1996 ...

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Laura Garrett, MSN, RN

MSN, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2013 BSN, Ohio University, 1999 AAS, Nursing, Ohio University, 1995 ...

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Kim Gates, MS

Credentials MS, Nursing Education, Mount Carmel College of Nursing, 2016 BSN, Ohio University, 1993 AS, Nursing, Ohio University, 1987 ...

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Kimberly Goudy, PhD

Credentials MBA, Executive Management, Ashland University, 2002 PhD, Business Management, Northcentral University, 2015 BS, Marketing, Franklin University, 1998 ...

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