DeVry University-Pennsylvania
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(215)591-5700
- All DeVry University locations are designed to be convenient and accessible. Each one offers a variety of degree programs, access to educational resources, and a comfortable learning environment. Select from below to find out more information about one near you. Almost all of our degree programs are also offered online so you can study from anywhere at anytime.
School Highlights
- DeVry University-Pennsylvania serves 1,180 students (32% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
- Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 37%.
- DeVry University-Pennsylvania is one of 6 community colleges within Montgomery County, PA.
- The nearest community college to DeVry University-Pennsylvania is Antonelli Institute (3.6 miles away).
Top Placements
DeVry University-Pennsylvania places among the top 20% of community colleges in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
School Overview
- The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five years.
| DeVry University-Pennsylvania | (PA) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 65 staff | 25 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,180 students | 618 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 | 25:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 372 students | 372 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 808 students | 246 students |
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| # Undergraduate Students | 322 students | 372 students |
| # Graduate Students | 50 students | 8 students |
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| % Asian | 6% | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 7% | 7% |
| % Black | 27% | 14% |
| % White | 44% | 63% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| % Non Resident races | 2% | 2% |
| % Unknown races | 12% | 10% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.71 | 0.57 |
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| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $51,500 | $34,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to DeVry University-Pennsylvania is Antonelli Institute (3.6 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Antonelli InstitutePrivate, for profit188 students | 3.60 Mi300 Montgomery Ave
Glenside, PA 19038
(215)836-2222 3.60188 - Manor CollegePrivate, non-profit858 students | 5.30 Mi700 Fox Chase Rd
Jenkintown, PA 19046
2158852360 5.30858 - 12,805 students | 5.60 Mi340 Dekalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(215)641-6300 5.6012,805 - Lansdale School of BusinessPrivate, for profit344 students | 8.20 Mi290 Wissahickon Avenue
North Wales, PA 19454
(215)699-5700 8.20344 - Bucks County School of Beauty Culture IncPrivate, for profit84 students | 9.30 Mi1761 Bustleton Pike
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053
(215)322-0666 9.3084
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