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Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment, and life-long learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.
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Philadelphia County, PA |
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| 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 |
Public |
Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate |
5,188 students |
999 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate |
11,914 students |
1,410 students |
| Total Enrollment |
17,102 students |
2,175 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid |
68% |
78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants |
49% |
47% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received |
$3,156 |
$2,810 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants |
15% |
28% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received |
$534 |
$1,211 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants |
22% |
11% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received |
$3,376 |
$1,117 |
| % Students Receiving Loans |
4% |
37% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received |
$1,786 |
$3,048 |
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- Founded in 1964, the College opened for classes in 1965 in a former department store at 34 S. 11th Street while a permanent campus was being sought. In 1971 the College acquired from the federal government the building at 1700 Spring Garden Street that had housed the third Philadelphia Mint and eventually would become the centerpiece of its permanent campus.
- Community College of Philadelphia is the only public institution of higher education in the City. Since 1965, over 500,000 students have passed through our doors seeking associate's degrees, certificates, improved workplace skills and lifelong learning. Many of our degree students transfer to four-year institutions while others seek employment in the Philadelphia region. Over 90 percent of our graduates remain in the area and seek employment, strengthening our local economy and workforce. Local businesses look to us to provide workplace training to keep their workers skilled and their companies competitive.
- The college offers over 70 degree and certificate programs in art, science, business, technology and liberal arts. Classes are held during the day, in the evening and on Saturdays at the Main Campus, our three Regional Centers and at neighborhood sites throughout the City. Distance education classes are also available.
- The college is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Profile last updated:02/23/2008.
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