Average

Score: 47/100

Western Area Career & Technology Center

Less than 2-Year Public

📍 Canonsburg, Pennsylvania 15317

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.

Outcomes

C+

60/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

N/A

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Western Area Career & Technology Center Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $390,951
Avg rent near campus: $1,643/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15350 (11.4% cap, Muse)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

N/A

Receive Any Aid

N/A

Receive Pell Grants

N/A

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Western Area Career & Technology Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses

$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

97%

Women

14%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%

Black 33%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 14%

25-64 (Adult) 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Western Area Career & Technology Center?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Western Area Career & Technology Center?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Western Area Career & Technology Center?

Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.

Is Western Area Career & Technology Center a good school?

Western Area Career & Technology Center has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Western Area Career & Technology Center?

Western Area Career & Technology Center has a total enrollment of 39 students.

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