Peirce College
Peirce College is a private research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 799 students. Federal completion data covers about 22 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,660 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,060
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,148 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 799 16.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 10.00%
Peirce College: what the data shows
Common questions about Peirce College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Peirce College?
Peirce College is located in Philadelphia, PA (ZIP 19103-5443).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Peirce College public or private?
Peirce College is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Peirce College cost?
Published tuition: $15,060.
Average net price after aid: $12,148.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,686 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $10,610 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $60,240.
How big is Peirce College?
Total enrollment: 799 students.
About 17% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Peirce College?
150%-time completion rate: 10.00%.
What do graduates of Peirce College earn?
Median earnings: $41,647 six years after entry; $50,660 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $31,250.
52.78% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Peirce College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (355 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (59 completions)
- CIP 520201 (51 completions)
- CIP 520213 (33 completions)
- CIP 510713 (32 completions)
- General Computer & Information Sciences (27 completions)
- Health & Medical Administrative Services (24 completions)
- CIP 220302 (18 completions)
- CIP 520207 (17 completions)
- CIP 510707 (14 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Peirce College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 10.00%; median earnings $50,660 at 10 years; net price $12,148. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,060
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Peirce College was $15,060.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,148
2024 Value
In 2024 Peirce College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,148.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,592 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,148 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$60,240 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Peirce College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
52.78% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
62.15% 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 Peirce College 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 Peirce College 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 | $17,040 | $17,040 | $14,798 |
| 2014 | $13,800 | $13,800 | $9,607 |
| 2015 | $14,184 | $14,184 | $9,362 |
| 2016 | $14,472 | $14,472 | $8,810 |
| 2017 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $8,303 |
| 2018 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $6,296 |
| 2019 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $10,128 |
| 2020 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $8,382 |
| 2021 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $13,714 |
| 2022 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $5,301 |
| 2023 | $15,060 | $15,060 | $12,905 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
16.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Peirce College in 2024 is 799 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.00% 100% Completion Time
10.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.00% of students graduating from Peirce College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Peirce College.
Return on Investment
$31,250 Median Student Debt
$50,660 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
61.69% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
942.56% Return on Investment
6.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Peirce College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 59 completions
CIP 52.0201: 51 completions
CIP 52.0213: 33 completions
CIP 51.0713: 32 completions
General Computer & Information Sciences: 27 completions
Health & Medical Administrative Services: 24 completions
CIP 22.0302: 18 completions
CIP 52.0207: 17 completions
CIP 51.0707: 14 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 355 completions
Most popular programs at Peirce College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Peirce College graduates.
About
Peirce College is a private non-profit institution located in Philadelphia, PA, offering 22 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 799 students. The institution maintains a 10.00% graduation rate. Approximately 52.78% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Philadelphia, PA 19103-5443
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 10.00% graduation rate at Peirce College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Peirce College cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,060 and average net price is $12,148 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Peirce College earn?
Median earnings are $41,647 six years after entry and $50,660 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Peirce College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 10.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Peirce College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $31,250.
How big is Peirce College?
Total enrollment is about 799 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Peirce College public or private?
Peirce College is a private nonprofit institution located in Philadelphia, PA.
Is Peirce College an HBCU?
No. Peirce College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Peirce College a tribal college?
No. Peirce College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Peirce College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Peirce College does not meet that proxy (reported share 12.6%).
Is Peirce College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Peirce College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.