C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
86/100 · earnings-weighted

Rosedale Technical College

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15205
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: 80%
Outcomes
B+
78/100
Affordability
F
28/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
36/100

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

405
Total Enrollment
80%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$47,880
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,219
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,000
Median debt at graduation
80.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 89th 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 Rosedale Technical College

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
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$37,133$56,469-20%#42 of 52#33$12,000
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$42,112$55,449-5%#112 of 176#107$12,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$41,126$55,380-5%#24 of 39#23$12,000

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 Rosedale Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $208,635
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,438/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15204 (8.7% cap, Pittsburgh)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $15,950 $15,950

Financial Aid

84%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
82%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

405
Total Students
9%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Hispanic 2%
Black 14%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rosedale Technical College?
Rosedale Technical College has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Rosedale Technical College?
Tuition at Rosedale Technical College is $15,950 for in-state students and $15,950 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Rosedale Technical College?
The graduation rate at Rosedale Technical College is 80%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Rosedale Technical College a good school?
Rosedale Technical College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): 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 Rosedale Technical College?
Rosedale Technical College has a total enrollment of 405 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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