C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Scranton, Pennsylvania 18508
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
C+
59/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

76
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
100%
Acceptance Rate
$16,058
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County ▼

78% 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
$158,319
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,440
1-Year Change
-4.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$45,555
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,615
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,200
Median debt at graduation
57.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
66.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 83rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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

Earnings by Major at Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$47,934$55,611-1%#401 of 757#421$14,795

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $158,319
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,440/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18517 (7.1% cap, Taylor)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
89%
Receive Pell Grants
89%
Take Out Loans
$16,058
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$13,864
$30,001 - $48,000$19,092
$75,001 - $110,000$17,926

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

76
Total Students
97%
Women
28%
Traditional Age (18-24)
78%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 14%
Black 20%
Asian 1%
Two or More 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 78%
With Family 22%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~59 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 28%
25-64 (Adult) 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County?
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County a good school?
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): 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 Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County?
Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County has a total enrollment of 76 students.
Is there rental demand near Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County?
Yes! Approximately 78% of students at Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 59 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Scranton area.

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