- Career Training Academy is an institution of specialized learning that leads to fulfilling high skilled jobs. Our mission for the Academy is to provide the educational environment that enhances not only the educational aspect but also a personal enrichment of all students via our involvement in community service. CTA is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and Licensed by The State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education.For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at, careerta.edu/disclosures CTA is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and Licensed by The State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education.
School Highlights
Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell serves 120 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 14%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five years.
Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell
(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
12 staff
56 staff

Number of Programs Offered
8
21
Student Body
The student population of Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell has declined by 29% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell diversity score of 0.24 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
120 students
447 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

# Full-Time Students
120 students
282 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
165 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
300 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
120 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
n/a
9%

% Black
14%
12%

% White
86%
61%

% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
11%


Diversity Score
0.24
0.59

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
59%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,300
$34,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
94%

Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$12,696

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
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
- The programs are housed within approximately 10,000 square feet of air conditioned space at the newly renovated main school in New Kensington, PA, and 4800 square feet at our branch location in Monroeville, PA, at the ExpoMart and 6131 square feet at out branch location in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, PA at the Northway Mall. The classrooms, laboratories and massage classrooms and Student Massage Center are completely equipped with the necessary medical and dental equipment and materials, along with all the necessary massage equipment and products essential for the training of highly skilled students. Career Training Academy provides short term training in Allied Health, Secretarial Science, and Massage Therapy careers. CTA is licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology. Career Training Academy offers a variety of programs for the Health Care field. AST and ASB degree programs are available as well as diploma (under one year) programs in Dental Assistant, Medical Assistant and Health Insurance Claims Examiner/Medical Biller.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell's ranking?
Career Training Academy-Lower Burrell ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least debt for graduating students.
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