- It is the unique blend of career-focused classes, high academic standards, and individual attention that differentiates Bradford School. Bradford School?s programs are designed to help you finish with a first-rate education, all while keeping the needs of potential employers in mind.
School Highlights
Bradford School (Pittsburgh) serves 413 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,300
- Acceptance Rate: 88%
- Student:teacher ratio: 32:1
- Minority enrollment: 17%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Bradford School (Pittsburgh) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Bradford School (Pittsburgh)
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
13 staff
56 staff

Student Body
The student population of Bradford School (Pittsburgh) has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Bradford School (Pittsburgh) diversity score of 0.30 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
413 students
447 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
413 students
282 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
165 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
440 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
413 students
292 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
229 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students

% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
2%
9%

% Black
11%
12%

% White
83%
61%

% Two or more races
4%
2%

% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
11%


Diversity Score
0.30
0.59

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
76%
59%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,400
$34,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,300 is less than the state average of $17,669. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,300
$17,669

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
95%

Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,696

Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,456
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
88%
85%

SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Bradford School, located in Pittsburgh, PA, offers career-focused classes with programs in Business, Technology, and Health Care so you can finish your degree quickly and find your first career job through our career placement services. Bradford School, located in Pittsburgh, PA, offers career-focused classes with programs in Business, Technology, and Health Care. The program includes Accounting, Administrative Assistant, Hospitality and Travel, Legal Administration, Merchandising, Paralegal, Computer Programming, Computer Specialist, Graphic Design, Network Management, Dental Assisting and Medical Assisting. Bradford School is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award diplomas and associate degrees. The Bradford School Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The program in dental assisting is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bradford School (Pittsburgh) cost?
Bradford School (Pittsburgh)'s private state tuition is approximately $15,300.
What is the acceptance rate of Bradford School (Pittsburgh)?
The acceptance rate of Bradford School (Pittsburgh) is 88%, which is higher than the state average of 85%.
What is Bradford School (Pittsburgh)'s ranking?
Bradford School (Pittsburgh) ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Highest completion rates.
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