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Average
Score: 52/100

Community College of Allegheny County

2-Year Public
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15233
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 23%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

10,451
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,773
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Community College of Allegheny County

43% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 4,504 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$242,145
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,370
1-Year Change
0.0%
For parents & investors

The Community College of Allegheny County Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $242,145
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,370/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15219 (8.8% cap, Pittsburgh)

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🏆 Where Community College of Allegheny County Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Ironworking/Ironworker
of 2 schools
🥉
Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking
of 4 schools
#11
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
of 17 schools
#23
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
of 25 schools
#25
Computer Support Specialist
of 50 schools
#30
Carpentry/Carpenter
of 52 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,560 $11,340

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
15%
Take Out Loans
$7,773
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,510
$30,001 - $48,000$7,414
$48,001 - $75,000$9,633
$75,001 - $110,000$12,758
$110,001+$13,905

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 299 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 218 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 155 grads/yr Carpentry/Carpenter 137 grads/yr Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation 101 grads/yr Electrician 82 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 72 grads/yr Ironworking/Ironworker 53 grads/yr Child Development 49 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 46 grads/yr Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking 46 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 46 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 41 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 41 grads/yr Psychology, General 40 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 33 grads/yr Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General 31 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 28 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 28 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 28 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Community College of Allegheny County's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

10,451
Total Students
54%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)
43%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 60%
Hispanic 4%
Black 17%
Asian 5%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 43%
With Family 57%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,504 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Community College of Allegheny County?
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 Community College of Allegheny County?
Tuition at Community College of Allegheny County is $7,560 for in-state students and $11,340 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,773.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Allegheny County?
The graduation rate at Community College of Allegheny County is 23%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Community College of Allegheny County a good school?
Community College of Allegheny County has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Community College of Allegheny County?
Community College of Allegheny County has a total enrollment of 10,451 students.
Is there rental demand near Community College of Allegheny County?
Yes! Approximately 43% of students at Community College of Allegheny County live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,504 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pittsburgh area.

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