Pennsylvania College of Technology: Review & Facts

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Pennsylvania College of Technology is a medium four-year, public school with 4,245 students enrolled. This institution was originated in 1989 and is one of the 2 schools and colleges located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

Academic Offerings

At Pennsylvania College of Technology you can earn your 1-year certificate, associate's degree, 2-year certificate, bachelor's degree, or master's degree.

Majors
Offered
93
Pennsylvania College of Technology follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and allows you to choose from 93 majors. The most popular concentrations are Industrial Technologies, Engineering, Construction, Nursing, and Management. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. Nevertheless, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Pennsylvania College of Technology is fair at 77% (close to Pennsylvania average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
77%
Fair
The graduation rate at Penn College is below average: 56%.

Student to faculty ratio at Penn College is pretty decent: 14:1. Read more details regarding faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition price is high, $23,200 per year. The additional fees at Pennsylvania College of Technology not covered by tuition are approximately $2,500; which comes to a total of $25,700 a year.

Read the details about Pennsylvania College of Technology additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Dual Credits
Accepted
Yes
This college might accept your dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) for admission.

The undergraduate application fee at Penn College is $50.00.

To obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information about admission at Pennsylvania College of Technology and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call the school's general information office at (570) 326-3761 or check Pennsylvania College of Technology Website.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$6,900
Medium
Penn College offers a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Penn College, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
C
Unsafe
Penn College offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates nearly 1,800 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable - roughly $6,900 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Penn College appears to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Pennsylvania College of Technology Location and Address

Postal Address:
Pennsylvania College of Technology
One College Ave
Williamsport, Pennsylvania
17701-5799, USA
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