C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
48/100 · earnings-weighted

Community College of Philadelphia

2-Year Public
📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130
Community College of Philadelphia campus, Philadelphia, PA
Community College of Philadelphia campus, Philadelphia, PA. Photo: CCPedu, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 20%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
B+
75/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
D
32/100

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

12,224
Total Enrollment
20%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$11,171
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Community College of Philadelphia ▼

41% 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
$443,859
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,941
1-Year Change
+3.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Community College of Philadelphia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,852
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,173
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,750
Median debt at graduation
24.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
57.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 57th percentile among associate-degree-focused 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 Community College of Philadelphia

Median pay of associate's degree 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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$63,953$96,246+19%#124 of 962#100$13,158
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$59,791$85,033+30%#38 of 560#26$11,459
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions$74,011$75,304+31%#2 of 57#2—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$34,849$69,667+12%#83 of 237#72$14,500
Legal Support Services—$58,398+31%#10 of 109#11$11,500
Business/Commerce$35,122$54,793+10%#85 of 205#72$10,500
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$31,447$52,373+2%#25 of 50#22$10,750
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$32,697$47,477+8%#200 of 947#222$11,500
Human Services$24,893$47,362+20%#10 of 65#7$16,650
Computer and Information Sciences$21,223$46,191-15%#99 of 122#95$10,209
Criminal Justice and Corrections$34,224$46,155-1%#235 of 426#211$11,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$42,873+16%#110 of 286#106—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$28,805$42,541+13%#33 of 160#42$11,000
Psychology$28,034$41,375+5%#34 of 106#25$11,000
Communication and Media Studies$24,794$39,860-8%#35 of 53#29$10,125
Fine and Studio Arts—$31,136-2%#16 of 28#13$14,250

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 Community College of Philadelphia Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $443,859
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,941/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19132 (15.3% cap, Philadelphia)

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🏆 Where Community College of Philadelphia Ranks

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

#16
Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians
of 18 schools
#18
Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,632 $11,448

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
71%
Receive Pell Grants
27%
Take Out Loans
$11,171
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,031
$30,001 - $48,000$13,411
$48,001 - $75,000$15,993
$75,001 - $110,000$18,501
$110,001+$19,006

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 331 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 192 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 179 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 135 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 112 grads/yr Psychology, General 75 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 62 grads/yr Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 57 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 50 grads/yr Human Services, General 38 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 32 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 28 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 27 grads/yr Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians 25 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 24 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 22 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 22 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 22 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 19 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 19 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

Student Demographics

12,224
Total Students
66%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
41%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 18%
Black 44%
Asian 9%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 41%
With Family 59%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,061 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 22%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 46%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Community College of Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
Tuition at Community College of Philadelphia is $7,632 for in-state students and $11,448 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,171.
What is the graduation rate at Community College of Philadelphia?
The graduation rate at Community College of Philadelphia is 20%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Community College of Philadelphia a good school?
Community College of Philadelphia has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 (D): 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 Philadelphia?
Community College of Philadelphia has a total enrollment of 12,224 students.
Is there rental demand near Community College of Philadelphia?
Yes! Approximately 41% of students at Community College of Philadelphia live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 5,061 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Philadelphia area.

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