C
Average
Score: 53/100

Laurel Business Institute

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Uniontown, Pennsylvania 15401
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 79%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
C
53/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Quick Stats

397
Total Enrollment
79%
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
86%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Laurel Business Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $161,546
  • Avg rent near campus: $944/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15468 (9.7% cap, New Salem)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $10,680 $10,680

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 38 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 30 grads/yr Electrician 26 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 17 grads/yr Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other 16 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 16 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 15 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 13 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 10 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 7 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 6 grads/yr Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist 5 grads/yr Accounting and Business/Management 4 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 4 grads/yr Medical Office Management/Administration 3 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 3 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 2 grads/yr Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design 1 grads/yr Cloud Computing 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Laurel Business Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50k/yr 7,000 jobs
Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs
Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
$35k/yr 575,200 jobs
Manicurists and pedicurists
$35k/yr 210,100 jobs
Shampooers
$31k/yr 18,500 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs

Student Demographics

397
Total Students
77%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%
Black 9%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 70%
Hybrid (Some Online) 30%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Laurel Business Institute?
Laurel Business Institute has an acceptance rate of 86%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Laurel Business Institute?
Tuition at Laurel Business Institute is $10,680 for in-state students and $10,680 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Laurel Business Institute?
The graduation rate at Laurel Business Institute is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Laurel Business Institute a good school?
Laurel Business Institute has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Laurel Business Institute?
Laurel Business Institute has a total enrollment of 397 students.

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