New Castle School Of Trades
School Notes Overview:
New Castle School of Trades has been providing hands-on training in electrical, automotive and many other technical fields for Pennsylvania and Ohio residents for more than 60 years. We know what employers are looking for and what they value in an employee. We’ve structured our programs around these needs so that when you graduate, you’ll be prepared to work in a high-demand industry....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Lawrence County, PA | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 404 students | 1,020 students |
| Total Enrollment | 404 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 74% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 58% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,752 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 21% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $2,471 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 5% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $2,815 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 54% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $4,180 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- New Castle School of Trades was founded in 1945 and has become a leading technical and trade institution. Over the years, the School has evolved from educating competent tradesmen to training more sophisticated and innovative craftsmen who are looking to become today's highly skilled technicians. In 1954, NCST moved to its present location in Pulaski, PA.
- NCST has programs in Building Technology, Electrical Technology, Heavy Equipment Operations, Heavy Equipment Operations with CDL, Machinist Technology, Refrigeration/AC Technology and Commercial Truck Driving, as well as a Commercial & Industrial Maintenance program.
- The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.
- Profile last updated: 07/29/2009.
In the News:
- NEW LOCAL: Man arrested on warrant (New Castle News)
posted on September 8, 2009 at 02:55:11 pm
A Sharpsville man was jailed after a Pulaski Township traffic stop Sunday. According to state police, Drew Lamar Williams Jr., 20, of Sharpsville was stopped for a traffic violation at 1:14 p.m on Route 60 at the Lawrence County line. - Man arrested on warrant (New Castle News)
posted on September 8, 2009 at 02:55:11 pm
A Sharpsville man was jailed after a Pulaski Township traffic stop Sunday. According to state police, Drew Lamar Williams Jr., 20, of Sharpsville was stopped for a traffic violation at 1:14 p.m on Route 60 at the Lawrence County line.
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- Erie Business Center-south - 96 students - 9.6 mi. away - view location
- Business Institute Of Pennsylvania - 137 students - 10.6 mi. away - view location
- Itt Technical Institute-youngstown - 520 students - 11.5 mi. away - view location
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- Trumbull Business College - 125 students - 17.2 mi. away - view location
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