C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
N/R
Outcome Rating
No earnings reported

Berks Career & Technology Center

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Leesport, Pennsylvania 19533
🌐 www.berkscareer.com/ACE
Berks Career & Technology Center
Berks Career & Technology Center
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
C+
57/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

47
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
2.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,034
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Berks Career & Technology Center ▼

33% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$367,493
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,206
1-Year Change
+6.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Berks Career & Technology Center, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

62.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
26.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

The Berks Career & Technology Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $367,493
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,206/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19604 (6.0% cap, Reading)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

62%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
46%
Take Out Loans
$14,034
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$15,958
$110,001+$21,721

Student Demographics

47
Total Students
30%
Women
85%
Traditional Age (18-24)
33%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 11%
Black 4%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 33%
With Family 67%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~16 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%
25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Berks Career & Technology Center?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Berks Career & Technology Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Berks Career & Technology Center?
The graduation rate at Berks Career & Technology Center is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Berks Career & Technology Center a good school?
Berks Career & Technology Center has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Berks Career & Technology Center?
Berks Career & Technology Center has a total enrollment of 47 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Berks Career & Technology Center?
Yes! Approximately 33% of students at Berks Career & Technology Center live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 16 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Leesport area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology