C
Average
Score: 46/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

South Hills School of Business & Technology

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 State College, Pennsylvania 16801
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: 61%
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
F
30/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
51/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

242
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
99%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at South Hills School of Business & Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,539
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$33,823
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,000
Median debt at graduation
72.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
50.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 15th 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 South Hills School of Business & Technology

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
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$71,444+9%#160 of 560#150$19,500
Computer Science—$51,162-18%#17 of 23#17—
Accounting and Related Services—$42,383-11%#191 of 225#189—
Marketing—$35,722-19%#28 of 30#28—
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services—$35,168-17%#442 of 476#429$12,000
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$33,870-9%#246 of 286#237—

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 South Hills School of Business & Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $420,679
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,838/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 16669 (3.9% cap, Petersburg)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,999 $18,999

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
85%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

242
Total Students
68%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 93%
Hispanic 5%
Black 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 93%
Hybrid (Some Online) 7%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at South Hills School of Business & Technology?
South Hills School of Business & Technology has an acceptance rate of 99%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend South Hills School of Business & Technology?
Tuition at South Hills School of Business & Technology is $18,999 for in-state students and $18,999 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at South Hills School of Business & Technology?
The graduation rate at South Hills School of Business & Technology is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is South Hills School of Business & Technology a good school?
South Hills School of Business & Technology has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend South Hills School of Business & Technology?
South Hills School of Business & Technology has a total enrollment of 242 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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