Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is a public certificate and vocational school in Pleasant Gap, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 171 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 94.59% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $41,677 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $9,857 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 96.20% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 171 81.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 94.59%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
- First-Generation Students: 54.7%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 29.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 245
- Applicants (IPEDS): 137
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is located in Pleasant Gap, PA (ZIP 16823).
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology public or private?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is a Public institution.
How much does Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology cost?
Average net price after aid: $9,857.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,203 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,518 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $11,640 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,817 |
How hard is it to get into Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
Admission rate: 96.20%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
Total enrollment: 171 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 245 students.
About 81% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 94.59%.
First-year retention: 86.8%.
What do graduates of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology earn?
Median earnings: $41,196 six years after entry; $41,677 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,454.
55.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (64 completions)
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician (13 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (8 completions)
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician (6 completions)
- Petroleum Technology/Technician (6 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (6 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (4 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (2 completions)
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (2 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 96.20%; completion rate 94.59%; median earnings $41,677 at 10 years; net price $9,857. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$9,857
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $9,857.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$9,857 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
55.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
51.16% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $10,611 |
| 2014 | — | — | $12,106 |
| 2015 | — | — | $13,976 |
| 2016 | — | — | $13,754 |
| 2017 | — | — | $13,068 |
| 2018 | — | — | $9,660 |
| 2019 | — | — | $10,891 |
| 2020 | — | — | $11,155 |
| 2021 | — | — | $11,286 |
| 2022 | — | — | $8,084 |
| 2023 | — | — | $10,498 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
96.20% Acceptance Rate
137 Total Applicants
130 Students Admitted
97 First-Time Students Enrolled
74.62% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology reported total enrollment of about 171 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 35% male and 65% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (95.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%), and Asian (1.2%). About 55.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 54.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
81.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology in 2024 is 171 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 245 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 95.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
94.59% 100% Completion Time
94.59% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 94.59% of students graduating from Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 0% male / 100% female
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician: 100% male / 0% female
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology.
Return on Investment
$9,454 Median Student Debt
$41,677 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
22.68% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
957.04% Return on Investment
2.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 15 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 64 completions
2. Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician: 13 completions
3. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 8 completions
4. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician: 6 completions
5. Petroleum Technology/Technician: 6 completions
6. Welding Technology/Welder: 6 completions
7. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 4 completions
8. Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician: 2 completions
9. Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,330
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,587
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is a public institution located in Pleasant Gap, PA, classified as Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Enrollment is approximately 171 students. Student body composition includes White (95.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%), Asian (1.2%). The admission rate is 96.20%. The 150%-time completion rate is 94.59%. Approximately 55.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 54.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
Location
Pleasant Gap, PA 16823
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 94.59% graduation rate, Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology located?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is located in Pleasant Gap, PA.
What is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is 96.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 137 applicants and 130 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $9,857 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 245 students, White (95.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
About 54.7% of students at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology earn?
Median earnings are $41,196 six years after entry and $41,677 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 94.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,454.
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology public or private?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is a public institution located in Pleasant Gap, PA.
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology an HBCU?
No. Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology a tribal college?
No. Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology does not meet that proxy (reported share 1.2%).
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Pennsylvania college costs
- Pennsylvania colleges by ROI
- Pennsylvania trade schools profile
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Pennsylvania
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.