- Pennsylvania College of Technology, a special mission affiliate of Penn State, is a national leader in applied technology education. Penn College offers more than 100 bachelor, associate, and certificate majors to nearly 5,600 students in careers ranging from manufacturing, design, transportation, and construction to hospitality, health, business, and natural resources. Business/industry connections, small classes, industry-standard equipment, and faculty with work experience contribute to strong graduate placement rates. The full college experience awaits those desiring on-campus housing, Greek Life, student organizations, and NCAA Division III athletics.
School Highlights
Pennsylvania College of Technology serves 4,575 students (82% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 4,575 students
- In-state tuition: $17,610
- Out-state tuition: $26,415
- Acceptance Rate: 72%
- Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 18%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pennsylvania College of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 339 teachers has declined by 11% over five years.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
Four or more years
4
Institution Control
Public
0
Total Faculty
339 staff
28 staff
Number of Programs Offered
-2
14
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pennsylvania College of Technology has grown by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Pennsylvania College of Technology diversity score of 0.32 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,575 students
380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
3,743 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
832 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
378 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,703 students
290 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
40 students
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
823 students
90 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
9 students
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
340 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
6%
12%
% Black
4%
15%
% White
82%
50%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
14%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
49%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,200
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $17,610 is more than the state average of $11,141. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $26,415 is more than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$17,610
$11,141
Out-State Tuition Fees
$26,415
$16,403
Tuition Notes
Full-year, 30 credits.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,000
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,040
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
72%
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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryGolf
SoccerSoftball
TennisVolleyball
Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
https://www.pct.edu/campuslife/studentactivities/organizations.htm
Recreational Athletic Programs:
and KickIntramural Basketball
Intramural DodgeballIntramural Flag Football
Intramural Indoor SoccerIntramural Indoor Volleyball
Intramural KickballIntramural Powder Puff Football
Intramural PuntIntramural Sand Volleyball
Intramural Slow Pitch SoftballIntramural Tennis
Intramural Ultimate FrisbeeIntramural Wiffleball
Pass
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pennsylvania College of Technology cost?
Pennsylvania College of Technology's tuition is approximately $17,610 for In-State students and $26,415 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pennsylvania College of Technology?
The acceptance rate of Pennsylvania College of Technology is 72%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
What sports does Pennsylvania College of Technology offer?
Pennsylvania College of Technology offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Pennsylvania College of Technology's ranking?
Pennsylvania College of Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
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