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Great Lakes Institute of Technology

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Differs by program
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 76%
Students retention rate 76%
On-time graduation rate 61%

Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, Great Lakes Institute of Technology is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

One of the notable aspects of Great Lakes Institute of Technology is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

The acceptance rate of 76% indicates that Great Lakes Institute of Technology is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Great Lakes Institute of 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 11-to-1, Great Lakes Institute of Technology emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Great Lakes Institute of Technology boasts an impressive student retention rate of 76% , 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 67%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2017 admitted students

75.9%
The most popular programs at Great Lakes Institute of Technology are Medical/Clinical Assistant, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Dental Assisting/Assistant, Surgical Technology/Technologist. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Medical/Clinical Assistant

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Dental Assisting/Assistant

Surgical Technology/Technologist

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 91 of freshman students at Great Lakes Institute of Technology received on average $4,874 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.

$4,874
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 245 65% $3,958 $969,608
Other Federal Grant 343 91% $3,809 $1,306,490
State Grant/Scholarships 86 23% $3,233 $278,042
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 51 13% $1,996 $101,805
Total Grant & Scholarships 346 91% $4,874 $1,686,337

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Great Lakes Institute of 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 Great Lakes Institute of Technology students is 61.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 60.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 66.7%.

61.1%

  • asian 75.0% 6 students
  • African American 44.4% 8 students
  • white 64.1% 91 students
  • hispanic 50.0% 8 students
  • Mixed Race 50.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Great Lakes Institute of Technology provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Great Lakes Institute of Technology offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational