Academic Programs & Learning
A comprehensive look at the academic experience at Ross College-Sylvania: retention, enrollment intensity, and online learning options.
What About Academic Quality?
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
45:1
Average students per faculty member
Full-Time Retention
54%
Students continuing to second year
Understanding Academic Quality Metrics
Student-Faculty Ratio: A ratio of 45:1 means there are approximately 45 students for every faculty member. This higher ratio may mean larger class sizes but can also indicate efficient resource utilization.
Retention Rates: These show the percentage of students who return for their second year. Higher retention rates typically indicate student satisfaction, academic support, and program quality.
Who Teaches Here?
Understanding Faculty Composition
Ross College-Sylvania employs 2 instructional staff members. About 0% hold tenured positions, which is typical for community and technical colleges where faculty are often hired on annual or multi-year contracts.
Where Do Online Students Come From?
Geographic distribution of students enrolled exclusively in online courses (Fall 2024 census)
Where exclusively-online students are located
About this data: The geographic breakdown above uses IPEDS Fall Enrollment census data, which captures a single-day snapshot. The enrollment figures in the "How Do Students Learn?" section above use 12-month unduplicated headcount, which typically shows higher numbers as it covers the full academic year. Both are official IPEDS data — they measure different things.
21% of Ross College-Sylvania's exclusively online students are located in OH. An additional 79% study from other US states.
What Is the Academic Load?
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Analysis
FTE Analysis
Study Intensity:140.7% FTE ratio indicates students are primarily full-time
Academic Load: FTE represents the equivalent of full-time students based on credit hours, helping compare institutional capacity regardless of part-time enrollment.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) measures the total student enrollment at Ross College-Sylvania by converting part-time students into a full-time equivalent count.
How Intensively Do Students Study?
Student Enrollment Intensity
The Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio shows the average course load intensity. An FTE ratio of 1.0 means all students attend full-time, while lower values indicate more part-time enrollment.
Nearly all students attend full-time, indicating a traditional, immersive academic environment with full-time commitment.
FTE represents student enrollment adjusted for course load. Two half-time students equal 1 FTE.
FTE Ratio Scale
At Ross College-Sylvania, the FTE-to-headcount ratio is 1.41, which indicates how many students are attending full-time versus part-time.
Academic Support & Resources
Academic Advising
Students have access to academic advisors who can help with course selection, degree planning, and career guidance. Contact the admissions office to learn about advising services.
Student Success Services
Many institutions offer tutoring, study groups, and academic success workshops. These resources help students develop study skills and overcome academic challenges.
For detailed information about academic support services, tutoring hours, and learning resources, contact Ross College-Sylvania directly at 4198823203 or visit their website .
Key Academic Highlights
- Student-to-faculty ratio of 45:1 supports personalized learning
- 2 instructional staff
- Primarily full-time enrollment creates immersive learning environment
- Online students from OH and beyond (79% out-of-state)
Ready to Learn More About Academics at Ross College-Sylvania?
Contact the admissions office to discuss academic programs, support services, and learning options.