School Highlights
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology serves 168 students (80% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Acceptance Rate: 78%
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
59 staff
Student Body
The student population of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology has declined by 6% over five years.
The Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology diversity score of 0.02 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has declined by 88% over five years.
Total Enrollment
168 students
461 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
# Full-Time Students
134 students
325 students

# Part-Time Students
34 students
136 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
134 students
326 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
34 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
1%
5%

% Hispanic
n/a
11%

% Black
n/a
15%

% White
n/a
52%

% Hawaiian
99%
3%

% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%


Diversity Score
0.02
0.68

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.8208%
0.6%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3587%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
88%

Median Debt for Graduates
$6,417
$12,602

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
78%
78%

SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
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
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology?
The acceptance rate of Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology is 78%, which is equal to the state average of 78%.
What is Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology's ranking?
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Average community college minority breakdown, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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