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Pittsburgh Technical College

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 484
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Acceptance rate 86%
Students retention rate 70%
On-time graduation rate 60%

Located in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh Technical College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Pittsburgh Technical College operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Pittsburgh Technical College 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 86% indicates that Pittsburgh Technical College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Pittsburgh Technical College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 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.

The retention rate of students at Pittsburgh Technical College is 70% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Pennsylvania is 75%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Pittsburgh Technical College do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2015 admitted students

85.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$16,699

Cost of attendance at Pittsburgh Technical College in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $13,083
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$16,699

Cost of attendance at Pittsburgh Technical College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $21,410
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 92 of freshman students at Pittsburgh Technical College received on average $7,099 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.

$7,099
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 281 59% $4,270 $1,199,750
Other Federal Grant 282 59% $4,563 $1,286,895
State Grant/Scholarships 243 51% $3,312 $804,723
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 380 79% $2,753 $1,046,213
Total Grant & Scholarships 442 92% $7,099 $3,137,831

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Technical College students who enrolled in 2015 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 Pittsburgh Technical College students is 59.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 59.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 59.5%.

59.5%

  • asian 75.0% 3 students
  • African American 31.9% 30 students
  • white 66.6% 321 students
  • unknown 57.4% 27 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 43.9% 25 students

Service Offerings

Pittsburgh Technical College provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Pittsburgh Technical College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • 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)