Sinclair Community College Sees Highest Spring Term Enrollment Growth in 13 Years

Sinclair Community College began classes this week with its highest Spring term enrollment since 2013. As of this week, overall enrollment at Sinclair is up 3% compared to the prior year, with Spring term headcount exceeding 20,300 students.

This milestone is on the heels of a successful Fall term, which also saw decade-high enrollment exceeding 20,600 students. Nationwide, college enrollment is still recovering post-pandemic. Public 2-year institutions have experienced a 4% growth nationally during the most recent Fall term, while Sinclair Community College surpassed these figures with enrollment gains exceeding 6% overall.

Several key enrollment trends are contributing to Sinclair’s continued growth:

The number of returning students who have re-enrolled is up 8% over last year, following the launch of Sinclair’s multi-semester viewable course schedule that helps students plan their path to completion.
Sinclair’s College Credit Plus (CCP) program is experiencing the highest participation to date, with Spring term enrollment up 9%. The program is expected to serve more than 12,000 students this year.
Over 200 students are enrolled in Sinclair’s applied bachelor’s degree programs, representing a 25% increase. Sinclair currently offers five bachelor’s degrees in Health Sciences, Nursing, Aviation Technology, Unmanned Aerial Systems, and Internet of Things.
Over 1,500 military-affiliated students are enrolled at Sinclair, reflecting a 6% increase since Spring 2025.
International student enrollment is up nearly 20%.
Students continue to choose flexible learning options, with growth for in-person courses at campus centers and sites (2%) and increased online course registrations (5%).

These enrollment gains coincide with the introduction of new degrees and certificates designed to meet evolving workforce needs. For the 2025-2026 academic year, Sinclair Community College launched seven (7) new degree and certificate programs that provide affordable, career-focused training aligned with regional in-demand fields, preparing students quickly and for less money to meet the needs of employers in the region.

New Sinclair Degrees and Certificates (As of Fall 2025)

Bachelor of Applied Science

Health Sciences

Certificates

Automotive Electric Vehicle Service Technician

Digital Engineering for Aerospace

Energy Efficiency Process Improvement

Facility Management and Decarbonization

Organizational Leadership in Business

Sustainable Entrepreneurship

As the college kicks off another strong Spring term, Sinclair anticipates a large graduating class this upcoming May. Most Sinclair graduates remain in the Miami Valley, where they live, work, and contribute to the region’s economy and workforce.

For details on Sinclair Community College’s academic offerings and student services, visit: www.sinclair.edu.

2026-05-29 23:59:00.0