Colleges Near Independence

Colleges and universities near me in the Independence, Ohio area

There are 2 colleges in Independence and 54 colleges within 50 miles enrolling a total of 144,086 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Ohio with a population of 7,133, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Independence. Driving time to these schools from Independence should be less than 1 hours. The top rated college in the area is Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland which is ranked #49 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Kent State University at Kent enrolling 25,854 students. In terms of affordability, Stark State College in North Canton offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,036 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Independence.
Independence, OH within 50 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Ursuline College
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Pepper Pike, OH
 

Ursuline College

Private 4 Year

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  • 950enrollment
  • $14,502net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 975-1200SAT range
  • 20-22ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA

Applications Due Mar 1

12 miles from Independence

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Lakewood University
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Cleveland Heights, Ohio
 

Lakewood University

Private 4 Year

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  • 169enrollment
  • $3,848net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

11 miles from Independence

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ATS Institute of Technology
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Highland Heights, OH
 

ATS Institute of Technology

Private 2 Year

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  • 324enrollment
  • $23,390net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

15 miles from Independence

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Remington College Cleveland West Campus
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North Olmsted, Ohio
 

Remington College Cleveland West Campus

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 348enrollment
  • $23,919net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

15 miles from Independence

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National College Willoughby Hills
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Willoughby Hills, Ohio
 

National College Willoughby Hills

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 81enrollment
  • $21,693net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

16 miles from Independence

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Ohio College of Massotherapy Inc
O
Akron, OH
 

Ohio College of Massotherapy Inc

Private 2 Year

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  • 63enrollment
  • $20,006net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

17 miles from Independence

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Rabbinical College Telshe
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Wickliffe, OH
 

Rabbinical College Telshe

Private 4 Year

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  • 74enrollment
  • $11,012net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

17 miles from Independence

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Fortis College Cuyahoga Falls
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Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
 

Fortis College Cuyahoga Falls

Private 2 Year

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  • 582enrollment
  • $21,979net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

18 miles from Independence

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Brown Mackie College Akron
B
Akron, OH
 

Brown Mackie College Akron

Private 2 Year

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  • 152enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

20 miles from Independence

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National College Stow
N
Stow, Ohio
 

National College Stow

Private 2 Year

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  • 198enrollment
  • $19,577net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

19 miles from Independence

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Bryant and Stratton College Eastlake
B
Eastlake, OH
 

Bryant and Stratton College Eastlake

Private 4 Year

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  • 182enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

21 miles from Independence

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University of Akron Main Campus
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Akron, OH

University of Akron Main Campus

Public 4 Year

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#8 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 13,465enrollment
  • $14,667net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

22 miles from Independence

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Kent State University at Kent
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Kent, OH

Kent State University at Kent

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#9 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 25,854enrollment
  • $19,046net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

21 miles from Independence

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Lakeland Community College
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Kirtland, OH
 

Lakeland Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,620enrollment
  • $7,020net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA

Applications Due Sep 1

23 miles from Independence

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Lorain County Community College
L
Elyria, OH
 

Lorain County Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 9,170enrollment
  • $3,896net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

23 miles from Independence

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Fortis College Ravenna
F
Ravenna, OH
 

Fortis College Ravenna

Private 2 Year

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  • 15enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

24 miles from Independence

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Herzing University Akron Campus
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Akron, OH
 

Herzing University Akron Campus

Private 4 Year

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  • 369enrollment
  • $20,929net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

25 miles from Independence

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Hiram College
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Hiram, OH

Hiram College

Private 4 Year

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#26 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,018enrollment
  • $19,384net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA

26 miles from Independence

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Cuyahoga Community College District and is 8.1 miles from Independence. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Cuyahoga Community College District are $3,736 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Cuyahoga Community College District has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.