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Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Differs by program
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Students retention rate 56%
On-time graduation rate 48%

Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

One of the notable aspects of Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia 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.

Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia 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.

While the on-time graduation rate at Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is reported to be 48%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Pennsylvania state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 55% whereas the national average was 64%.

The retention rate of students at Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is 56% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Pennsylvania is 75%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia are 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.

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia received on average $5,660 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.

$5,660
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 166 85% $4,622 $767,334
Other Federal Grant 179 92% $4,838 $865,959
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 128 66% $1,548 $198,185
Total Grant & Scholarships 188 96% $5,660 $1,064,144

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia 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 Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia students is 48.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 37.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 49.4%.

48.3%

  • asian 63.6% 7 students
  • African American 48.0% 60 students
  • white 52.3% 23 students
  • unknown 33.3% 7 students
  • hispanic 44.0% 22 students
  • Mixed Race 57.9% 11 students

Service Offerings

Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)