- EIT is dedicated to developing the individual abilities of each student by providing them with the necessary skills and supporting knowledge to meet the job-entry level requirements in the fields of electronics, computers and business. In order to achieve this, programs at EIT provide students with a combination of practical laboratory training and classroom instruction. EIT then offers placement assistance to aid its graduates in locating gainful employment.
School Highlights
Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) serves 205 students
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT)
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate of Arts Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
4
Institution Control
Private, for profit
0
Total Faculty
n/a
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) diversity score of 0.00 is equal to the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 100% over five years.
Total Enrollment
205 students
380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
292 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
185 students
290 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
90 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
340 students
% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
12%
% Black
n/a
15%
% White
n/a
50%
% Two or more races
n/a
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
100%
14%
Diversity Score
n/a
0.00
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
n/a
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
SAT Reading
n/a
470
SAT Math
n/a
489
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Erie Institute of Technology, formerly known as American Television Electronics School (A.T.E.S.), founded in 1958, is an end product of many years of experience and planning in the field of technical education. In 1976, the school name was changed to Erie Institute of Technology and was incorporated with the principal officers being Clinton L. Oviatt, Jr. and Charles J. Wettekin. Roger C. Scarlett became an additional officer of the corporation in 1993. In the fall of 2001, EIT was acquired by Rick Griffith -- owner of Great Lakes Institute of Technology. The Institute moved to EBCO Park in 1981. In 1986, EIT was authorized by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education to award the Associate in Specialized Technology Degree for an expanded curriculum in Electronic Engineering Technology. EIT acquired the assets of the defunct former CAMtech school, and incorporated them with newly-designed Advanced Manufacturing programs in a new modern facility in the Millcreek Mall complex. Erie Institute of Technology is an educational facility providing training for the technological careers of tomorrow. The college offers programs in Computer and Electronics and Advanced Manufacturing. Computer Programs include: Multimedia Graphic Design, Network and Database Professional and Office Software Specialist. Electronics Programs includes Basic Electronics Technician, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology, and Industrial Automation and Robotics Technology. EIT is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT)'s ranking?
Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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The nearest community college to Erie Institute Of Technology (EIT) is Erie Institute of Technology Inc (0.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Erie Institute of Technology Inc
Private for-profit
940 Millcreek Mall
Erie, PA 16565
(814) 868-9900
Erie, PA 16565
(814) 868-9900
- miles
Enrollment: 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Private-state tuition: $13,770 Minority enrollment: 20%
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Private for-profit
5100 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 864-6666
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 864-6666
0.7 miles
Enrollment: 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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Titusville, PA 16354
(888) 878-0462
Titusville, PA 16354
(888) 878-0462
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Enrollment: 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Acceptance rate: 47% In-state tuition: $16,992 Out-state tuition: $31,612 Minority enrollment: 6%
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(440) 964-3322
Ashtabula, OH 44004
(440) 964-3322
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Enrollment: 1,739 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 In-state tuition: $5,664 Out-state tuition: $13,624 Minority enrollment: 22%
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(716) 338-1000
Jamestown, NY 14701
(716) 338-1000
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