C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

Venango County Area Vocational Technical School

Less than 2-Year Public
📍 Oil City, Pennsylvania 16301
ℹ️
Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
C+
56/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
34/100

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

57
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
60%
Acceptance Rate
$12,785
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Venango County Area Vocational Technical School ▼

87% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$89,152
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,045
1-Year Change
-4.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Venango County Area Vocational Technical School, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$38,161
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,241
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,500
Median debt at graduation
48.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
70.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 69th percentile among similar 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 Venango County Area Vocational Technical School

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma 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
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$40,285$41,029-27%#693 of 757#701$14,677

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 Venango County Area Vocational Technical School Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $89,152
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,045/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 16344 (14.9% cap, Rouseville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
71%
Receive Pell Grants
95%
Take Out Loans
$12,785
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,189
$30,001 - $48,000$10,752
$48,001 - $75,000$15,946
$75,001 - $110,000$20,722
$110,001+$20,722

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 29 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Venango County Area Vocational Technical School's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

57
Total Students
82%
Women
28%
Traditional Age (18-24)
87%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 100%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 87%
With Family 13%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~49 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 28%
25-64 (Adult) 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Venango County Area Vocational Technical School?
Venango County Area Vocational Technical School has an acceptance rate of 60%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Venango County Area Vocational Technical School?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Venango County Area Vocational Technical School?
The graduation rate at Venango County Area Vocational Technical School is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Venango County Area Vocational Technical School a good school?
Venango County Area Vocational Technical School has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): 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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Venango County Area Vocational Technical School?
Venango County Area Vocational Technical School has a total enrollment of 57 students.
Is there rental demand near Venango County Area Vocational Technical School?
Yes! Approximately 87% of students at Venango County Area Vocational Technical School live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 49 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oil City area.

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