- The mission of the Community College of Allegheny County is to make quality education affordable and accessible to the community, to provide leadership in workforce training, and support the economic development of the region.
School Highlights
Community College of Allegheny County serves 10,609 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 10,609 students
- In-state tuition: $7,216
- Out-state tuition: $10,358
- Student-teacher ratio: 27:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Community College of Allegheny County ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 386 teachers has declined by 66% over five years.
Community College of Allegheny County
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
386 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Community College of Allegheny County has declined by 19% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Community College of Allegheny County diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 10% over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,609 students
382 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
3,703 students
294 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
6,906 students
88 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
10,609 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,703 students
292 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,906 students
88 students
% Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
16%
15%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
61%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
9%
14%
Diversity Score
0.59
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
61%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500
$36,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $7,216 is less than the state average of $11,161. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,358 is less than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,216
$11,161
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,358
$16,403
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
62%
89%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,000
$13,310
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,297
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- CCAC is the second largest community college in Pennsylvania and one of the largest multi-campus colleges in the United States. CCAC is committed to providing the citizens of Allegheny County and western Pennsylvania with the education and programs needed for the jobs of the future. Thanks to outstanding college leaders, remarkable faculty, and a devoted staff, the college can continue to bring the area quality, affordable, accessible education. CCAC opened in September 1966, assisted by two campus- the urban site on Pittsburgh's North Side, and a suburban location at Boyce Campus in Monroeville. South Campus was established in 1967, with evening classes first held at West Mifflin-South High School. The following year, the campus was moved to McKeesport until its present complex was completed in West Mifflin in 1973. North Campus – first housed in leased facilities in 1972 and moved to its permanent location in McCandless in 1990 – was developed to meet the needs of northern Allegheny County residents. To accommodate the college's rapid growth, various changes and expansions occurred at the campuses. Nine college centers were created as satellite centers for the four main campuses. The Braddock and Turtle Creek centers were combined in 2003 as the Braddock Hills center. In 2001, the college opened a center in Washington, Pennsylvania to provide convenient access to community college classes for the residents of that county. Additionally, CCAC has offered classes throughout the years at hundreds of school district, community, and workplace settings. CCAC's academic programs lead to an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science or an Associate of Applied Science degree, and/or certificate. CCAC trains students for employment, transfer to four-year institutions, or both. The college also offers noncredit continuing education programs to enrich individuals' personal and professional lives. The college offers small classes and quality instruction in 170 academic programs in Business, Health, Social Services, Applied Arts Technologies, Applied Service and Trade Technologies, Engineering and Science Technologies. The college also offers career counseling, job placement services, academic tutoring, and supportive services for students with disabilities. For convenience, there are choices of day, evening and weekend classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Community College of Allegheny County cost?
Community College of Allegheny County's tuition is approximately $7,216 for In-State students and $10,358 for Out-State students.
What is Community College of Allegheny County's ranking?
Community College of Allegheny County ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Community College of Allegheny County located?
Community College of Allegheny County is located in the Allegheny West neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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