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 ...

Post - 10/09/2020 - 7:49am

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 ...

Post - 11/10/2020 - 8:27am

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 ...

Post - 12/15/2025 - 12:57pm

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 ...

Post - 12/15/2025 - 1:56pm

Spend your study break with therapy dogs! Location: Warner Library ...

Event - 12/03/2025 - 2:44pm - Archived

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 ...

News - 12/18/2025 - 10:56am

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. ...

News - 01/05/2026 - 10:47am

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. ...

Post - 09/22/2021 - 12:32pm

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 ...

Post - 09/22/2021 - 12:35pm

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 ...

Post - 08/20/2020 - 4:49pm

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 ...

Post - 09/22/2021 - 12:45pm

Location: Adena Hall Gymnasium The Office of Student Life invites all current students to the free "welcome back" carnival. Enjoy classic carnival games, food and inflatables. ...

Event - 11/21/2025 - 11:58am - Archived

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. ...

News - 01/16/2026 - 1:47pm

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. ...

Event - 01/16/2026 - 2:31pm

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 ...

Profile - 10/13/2020 - 9:43am

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 ...

Profile - 04/05/2023 - 1:13pm

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. ...

Profile - 10/02/2023 - 5:58am

No matter what you’re interested in, our student organizations help you meet new friends and get involved in your campus and community. ...

Post - 10/08/2020 - 12:02pm

Get your Class A tractor-trailer license in as little as four weeks and start on one of the most in-demand careers in the country. ...

Degrees & Certificates - 02/06/2024 - 1:09pm

Location: Warner 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. ...

Event - 01/16/2026 - 2:18pm - Archived

Your Plan for Health (YP4H) YP4H is our comprehensive wellness program designed for employees and their spouses. It integrates a variety of programs, resources and rewards to help you live healthier, feel better and strengthen your overall well-being. Wit ...

Post - 01/23/2026 - 12:46pm

Al Milliken Scholarship The scholarship was established by the Board of Trustees of the Newark Campus Development Fund and the Milliken Family. What are the requirements to be considered for this scholarship? Academic Performance: This scholarship recogni ...

Post - 03/03/2025 - 10:37am

Student success coaches are available by appointment only.* Schedule an appointment *Each student is assigned a student success coach after orientation. To find out who your student success coach is, please email COTCsuccess@mail.cotc.edu or go to the &qu ...

Post - 05/18/2022 - 10:06am

Credentials MSN, Capital University BSN, Capital University ...

Profile - 01/26/2026 - 8:22am

Credentials MSN, Mount Caramel College of Nursing BSN, The Ohio State University BS, Allied Heath, The Ohio State University ...

Profile - 01/26/2026 - 8:22am

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark, which began operations in 1957, have shared a unique and enduring partnership since 1971, when COTC gained its charter. ...

Post - 12/01/2025 - 12:37pm

COTC uses the FAFSA form to determine how much financial aid you're eligible to receive, which could include grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. We encourage all students to complete the FAFSA. In most cases, you are eligible for some type of ...

Post - 03/22/2024 - 6:06am

This scholarship was established by COTC as an opportunity for College Credit Plus (CCP) students to continue taking classes at COTC after high school graduation. Students may be awarded up to $1,500 for two semesters each academic year for a total annual ...

Post - 09/08/2020 - 10:58pm

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the President’s Honors List and the Dean’s Honors List for autumn semester 2025 to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. ...

News - 02/02/2026 - 8:03am

Short-Term Certificate Electromechanical 25 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credential earned NIMS Electrical Systems Specialist Information Meeting Contact us Apply Overview ...

Degrees & Certificates - 03/04/2024 - 8:49am