ASPIRA City College

4322 N. 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
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School Highlights

ASPIRA City College serves 26 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 50%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Private-state tuition: $24,194
  • Acceptance Rate: 50%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 70%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

ASPIRA City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five years.
ASPIRA City College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1974
Total Faculty
3 staff
28 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of ASPIRA City College has grown by 420% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 has increased from 1:1 over five years.
The ASPIRA City College diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
26 students
350 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
6 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
20 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
26 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
6 students
290 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
20 students
88 students
% Asian
6%
4%
% Hispanic
15%
12%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
30%
50%
% Hawaiian
4%
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
43%
1%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
61%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,800
$34,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $24,194 is more than the state average of $17,224. The private state tuition has grown by 100% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$24,194
$17,224
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$15,106
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,899
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
50%
81%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does ASPIRA City College cost?
ASPIRA City College's private state tuition is approximately $24,194.
What schools are ASPIRA City College often compared to?
ASPIRA City Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Pennsylvania Highlands Community College (Huntingdon) by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of ASPIRA City College?
The acceptance rate of ASPIRA City College is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 81%. ASPIRA City College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
What is ASPIRA City College's ranking?
ASPIRA City College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Lowest acceptance rates, Diversity in US community colleges, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is ASPIRA City College located?
ASPIRA City College is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Private-state tuition: $24,194
  • Acceptance Rate: 50%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 70%
  • Source: Verified school update

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