C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
33/100 · earnings-weighted

Westmoreland County Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 25%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B
69/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
23/100

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

4,275
Total Enrollment
25%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,111
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Westmoreland County Community College ▼

17% 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
$152,980
Avg Monthly Rent
$927
1-Year Change
-7.0%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Westmoreland County Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$37,439
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$35,899
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$11,000
Median debt at graduation
30.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
28.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 29th 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 Westmoreland County Community College

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 and Power Transmission Installers—$162,329+129%#1 of 52#2—
Precision Metal Working—$66,589+18%#12 of 66#15—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$61,585-6%#357 of 560#376—
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions—$57,051-8%#178 of 237#178—
Human Services—$43,534+10%#27 of 65#18—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$41,034-7%#611 of 947#629—
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$36,812-21%#406 of 426#407—

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 Westmoreland County Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $152,980
  • Avg rent near campus: $927/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15688 (7.0% cap, Tarrs)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,400 $12,600

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$5,111
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,128
$30,001 - $48,000$4,820
$48,001 - $75,000$7,067
$75,001 - $110,000$9,866
$110,001+$10,373

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 88 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 49 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 23 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 18 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 17 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 14 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 14 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 14 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 14 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 13 grads/yr Human Services, General 13 grads/yr Real Estate 13 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 12 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 12 grads/yr Culinary Arts/Chef Training 12 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 12 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 10 grads/yr Psychology, General 9 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 9 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 9 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Westmoreland County Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers
$60k/yr 425,200 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Dental hygienists
$94k/yr 221,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Student Demographics

4,275
Total Students
66%
Women
45%
Traditional Age (18-24)
17%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 2%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 17%
With Family 83%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~731 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 45%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Westmoreland County Community College?
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 Westmoreland County Community College?
Tuition at Westmoreland County Community College is $8,400 for in-state students and $12,600 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $5,111.
What is the graduation rate at Westmoreland County Community College?
The graduation rate at Westmoreland County Community College is 25%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Westmoreland County Community College a good school?
Westmoreland County Community College has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Westmoreland County Community College?
Westmoreland County Community College has a total enrollment of 4,275 students.
Is there rental demand near Westmoreland County Community College?
Yes! Approximately 17% of students at Westmoreland County Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 731 students who need rental housing near campus.

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