Pennsylvania College of Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a public community college in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, serving roughly 4,464 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $18,240 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $18,240
- 2024 Average Net Price: $25,110 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,464 83.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 53.48%
Pennsylvania College of Technology: what the data shows
Common questions about Pennsylvania College of Technology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pennsylvania College of Technology?
Pennsylvania College of Technology is located in Williamsport, PA (ZIP 17701-5799).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology public or private?
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a Public institution.
How much does Pennsylvania College of Technology cost?
Published tuition: $18,240 in-state, $25,980 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $25,110.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,065 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,090 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,546 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,465 |
| $110,001+ | $30,533 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $72,960.
How big is Pennsylvania College of Technology?
Total enrollment: 4,464 students.
About 83% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology?
150%-time completion rate: 53.48%.
First-year retention: 80.5%.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania College of Technology earn?
Median earnings: $47,995 six years after entry; $52,567 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,961.
33.08% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pennsylvania College of Technology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,116 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (113 completions)
- CIP 510602 (66 completions)
- Welding Technology (56 completions)
- CIP 470201 (50 completions)
- CIP 460302 (48 completions)
- CIP 520201 (48 completions)
- CIP 150614 (40 completions)
- Automobile Mechanics Technology (40 completions)
- Engineering Technology - 15.0613 (35 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 53.48%; median earnings $52,567 at 10 years; net price $25,110. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$18,240
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pennsylvania College of Technology was $18,240.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$25,110
2024 Value
In 2024 Pennsylvania College of Technology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $25,110.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$100,440 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$25,110 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$72,960 4-Year In-State Tuition
$103,920 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.08% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
59.81% 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 Pennsylvania College of 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 Pennsylvania College of 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 | $14,940 | $21,180 | $22,774 |
| 2014 | $15,450 | $21,930 | $23,697 |
| 2015 | $15,810 | $22,470 | $23,431 |
| 2016 | $16,080 | $22,890 | $24,055 |
| 2017 | $16,350 | $23,280 | $23,422 |
| 2018 | $16,740 | $23,880 | $23,435 |
| 2019 | $17,160 | $24,510 | $25,794 |
| 2020 | $17,610 | $25,170 | $25,181 |
| 2021 | $17,610 | $25,170 | $25,028 |
| 2022 | $17,940 | $25,680 | $24,769 |
| 2023 | $17,940 | $25,680 | $26,084 |
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
83.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pennsylvania College of Technology in 2024 is 4,464 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
80.5%
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
36.94% 100% Completion Time
53.48% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 36.94% of students graduating from Pennsylvania College of Technology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Return on Investment
$23,961 Median Student Debt
$52,567 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
423.37% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 113 completions
CIP 51.0602: 66 completions
Welding Technology: 56 completions
CIP 47.0201: 50 completions
CIP 46.0302: 48 completions
CIP 52.0201: 48 completions
CIP 15.0614: 40 completions
Automobile Mechanics Technology: 40 completions
Engineering Technology - 15.0613: 35 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,116 completions
Most popular programs at Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pennsylvania College of Technology graduates.
About
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a public institution located in Williamsport, PA, offering 66 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 4,464 students. The institution maintains a 53.48% graduation rate. Approximately 33.08% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Williamsport, PA 17701-5799
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 66 distinct degree programs, Pennsylvania College of Technology provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Pennsylvania College of Technology cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $18,240 and average net price is $25,110 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania College of Technology earn?
Median earnings are $47,995 six years after entry and $52,567 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 53.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pennsylvania College of Technology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,961.
How big is Pennsylvania College of Technology?
Total enrollment is about 4,464 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology public or private?
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a public institution located in Williamsport, PA.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology an HBCU?
No. Pennsylvania College of Technology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology a tribal college?
No. Pennsylvania College of Technology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pennsylvania College of Technology does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.9%).
Is Pennsylvania College of Technology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pennsylvania College of Technology 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.