C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Penn Commercial Business/Technical School

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Washington, Pennsylvania 15301
🌐 www.penncommercial.edu/
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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: 73%
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

223
Total Enrollment
73%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
73%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Penn Commercial Business/Technical School Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $240,534
  • Avg rent near campus: $984/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15350 (11.4% cap, Muse)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,654 $12,654

Financial Aid

58%
Receive Any Aid
32%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

223
Total Students
61%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Black 14%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School?
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School has an acceptance rate of 73%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Penn Commercial Business/Technical School?
Tuition at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is $12,654 for in-state students and $12,654 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School?
The graduation rate at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is 73%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Penn Commercial Business/Technical School a good school?
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): 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 Penn Commercial Business/Technical School?
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School has a total enrollment of 223 students.

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