Pennsylvania College of Technology
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Pennsylvania College of Technology
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a small public college located on a suburban campus in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,264, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 74%. The college offers 46 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 54%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $15,120, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $22,680.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
75.3% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
54% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcriptRequired for some
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
5k
Students enrolled
43%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
85%
Unknown
1%
Black
4%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
14
Total Online Enrollment
1,851
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.43% online, 57% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
88% On-campus
12% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate9% online
Bachelor's17% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's50% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
34%
Institution Grant Aid
49%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Archery
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Xcountry
- Wrestling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Construction Trades. | |||
| 5 | Culinary, Entertainment, And Personal Services. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.