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)
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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Quick Stats (2023-24)
Enrollment: 120 students
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 14%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Did You Know?
For Pennsylvania public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $9,730 per year for in-state students and $13,992 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,669 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
