C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Ford City, Pennsylvania 16226
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: 81%
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
C+
60/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

71
Total Enrollment
81%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$10,318
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program ▼

21% 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
$152,106
Avg Monthly Rent
$918
1-Year Change
+5.7%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$46,756
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,195
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,130
Median debt at graduation
93.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
68.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 84th 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 Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program

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$43,502—————

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 Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $152,106
  • Avg rent near campus: $918/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 16238 (6.9% cap, Manorville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
58%
Receive Pell Grants
78%
Take Out Loans
$10,318
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,767
$30,001 - $48,000$9,767
$48,001 - $75,000$14,994
$75,001 - $110,000$14,770
$110,001+$15,756

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 40 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program's top programs commonly pursue.

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

Student Demographics

71
Total Students
93%
Women
32%
Traditional Age (18-24)
21%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 1%
Black 21%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 21%
With Family 80%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~15 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 32%
25-64 (Adult) 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program?
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 Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program?
The graduation rate at Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program is 81%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program a good school?
Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program?
Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program has a total enrollment of 71 students.
Is there rental demand near Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program?
Yes! Approximately 21% of students at Lenape Technical School Practical Nursing Program live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 15 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Ford City area.

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