C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Pennsylvania College of Technology

4-Year Public

📍 Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701

🌐 https://www.pct.edu/

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

41/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

B+

78/100

Prestige

31/100

Quick Stats

4,307

Total Enrollment

50%

Graduation Rate

76%

Retention Rate

14.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$24,650

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Pennsylvania College of Technology ▼

12% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 517 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$203,200

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,007

1-Year Change

+6.3%

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For parents & investors

The Pennsylvania College of Technology Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $203,200
Avg rent near campus: $1,007/mo — vs ~$778/mo campus room rate
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🏆 Where Pennsylvania College of Technology Ranks

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

🥇

Welding Engineering Technology/Technician

of 3 schools

Building Construction Technology/Technician

of 26 schools

#14

Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician

of 48 schools

#19

Dental Hygiene/Hygienist

of 100 schools

#24

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$15,450	$23,190
Room	$7,000
Board	$5,214
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$35,271	$43,011

Financial Aid

87%

Receive Any Aid

33%

Receive Pell Grants

69%

Take Out Loans

$24,650

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$21,863
$30,001 - $48,000	$22,302
$48,001 - $75,000	$23,543
$75,001 - $110,000	$28,493
$110,001+	$30,514

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Pennsylvania College of Technology's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Dental hygienists

$94k/yr 221,600 jobs

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers

$51k/yr 457,300 jobs

Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders

$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

4,307

Total Students

34%

Women

84%

Traditional Age (18-24)

12%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 86%

Hispanic 5%

Black 4%

Asian 2%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 73%

Off-Campus (Renters) 12%

With Family 15%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~517 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%

Hybrid (Some Online) 35%

Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%

25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology?

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 Pennsylvania College of Technology?

Tuition at Pennsylvania College of Technology is $15,450 for in-state students and $23,190 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $24,650.

What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology?

The graduation rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Pennsylvania College of Technology a good school?

Pennsylvania College of Technology has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Pennsylvania College of Technology?

Pennsylvania College of Technology has a total enrollment of 4,307 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Pennsylvania College of Technology?

Yes! Approximately 12% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 517 students who need rental housing near campus.

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