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Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Differs by program
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
Acceptance rate 78%
Students retention rate 87%
On-time graduation rate 82%

Located in Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania, Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

The acceptance rate of 78% indicates that Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 10-to-1, Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology boasts an impressive student retention rate of 87% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 61%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

78%
The most popular programs at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology are Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician

Program Length 6 months
Tuition and Fees $12,469
Books and Supplies $410
Total Cost $12,879

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician

Welding Technology/Welder

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 70 of freshman students at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology received on average $7,124 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,124
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 78 50% $4,558 $355,526
Other Federal Grant 91 58% $5,660 $515,021
State Grant/Scholarships 68 43% $3,935 $267,570
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1 1% $1,000 $1,000
Total Grant & Scholarships 110 70% $7,124 $783,591

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology students is 82.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 77.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 85.6%.

82.1%

  • asian 100.0% 2 students
  • African American 83.3% 5 students
  • white 81.0% 128 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 5 students

Service Offerings

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • High school education

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families

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