C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

2-Year Public
📍 Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B
72/100
Prestige
C
43/100

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

1,453
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
80%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
53%
Acceptance Rate
$5,866
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$54,681
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,985
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,990
Median debt at graduation
70.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
43.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 18% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 94th 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 Thaddeus Stevens College of 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
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$55,386$80,864+28%#4 of 26#5$10,966
Precision Metal Working$52,298$68,071+21%#11 of 66#12$12,000
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$41,954$61,610+6%#17 of 39#16$8,977
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering$47,508$61,297-6%———
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services$40,747$57,859+4%#4 of 8#5$8,903
Architectural Sciences and Technology$43,244$55,812+1%#3 of 5#2—
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$35,020$54,752-6%#122 of 176#118$10,610
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians$36,002$54,615-2%#27 of 39#28$11,940
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection$36,873$51,477-13%#9 of 12#9—
Computer Engineering$48,257—————
Woodworking$38,305$47,571+11%——$9,373
Carpenters$37,611$46,433-2%#4 of 5#4$7,231
Mason/Masonry$33,525$42,956+8%———
Graphic Communications$26,870$40,117+11%#9 of 22#7$8,000

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 Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $321,845
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,353/mo — vs ~$667/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 17584 (4.0% cap, Willow Street)

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🏆 Where Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Ranks

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

#9
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General
of 25 schools
#15
Carpentry/Carpenter
of 52 schools
#29
Computer Software Engineering
of 44 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $9,000 $9,000
Room $6,000
Board $4,670
Total Cost (On-Campus) $23,376 $23,376

Financial Aid

86%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
$5,866
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,142
$30,001 - $48,000$4,020
$48,001 - $75,000$9,842
$75,001 - $110,000$15,071
$110,001+$16,903

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Carpentry/Carpenter 38 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 36 grads/yr Electrician 35 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 34 grads/yr Computer Software Engineering 31 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 30 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 27 grads/yr Metal Fabricator 24 grads/yr Architectural Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 17 grads/yr Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering 17 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 17 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 16 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 14 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 12 grads/yr Cabinetmaking and Millwork 11 grads/yr Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 11 grads/yr Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Carpenters
$59k/yr 959,000 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs
Security and fire alarm systems installers
$59k/yr 85,900 jobs
Electric motor, power tool, and related repairers
$54k/yr 17,100 jobs
Installation, maintenance, and repair workers, all other
$49k/yr 221,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,453
Total Students
11%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 16%
Black 12%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 56%
With Family 44%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 72%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has an acceptance rate of 53%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
Tuition at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is $9,000 for in-state students and $9,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,866.
What is the graduation rate at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
The graduation rate at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is 60%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology a good school?
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has a Repit College Score of 60/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology?
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has a total enrollment of 1,453 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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