Cuyahoga Community College District

Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) serves metropolitan Cleveland with four main campuses: Metropolitan Campus in downtown Cleveland, Eastern Campus in Highland Hills, Western Campus in Parma, and Westshore Campus in Westlake. Established in 1963 as Ohio's first community college, Tri-C operates additional learning centers throughout Cuyahoga County to provide accessible higher education to the region. The college maintains an open admission policy and offers certificate programs, associate degrees, and workforce development training across various fields, with notable programs in nursing, manufacturing technology, and creative arts. The Metropolitan Campus features an urban setting with modern classroom facilities and specialized health career laboratories, while the suburban campuses provide extensive parking and updated technology centers. Tri-C maintains partnerships with local industries and four-year institutions to facilitate career placement and transfer opportunities for its students.