C+
Above Average
Score: 60/100

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

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
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  • Avg home value near campus: $321,845
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,353/mo — vs ~$667/mo campus room rate

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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: September 2026 | Methodology