Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia
Tel:
(215)335-0800
- Widely known and respected as Lincoln Technical Institute since its founding in 1946 as a post-war job skill training source, Lincoln Tech has consistently responded to employer needs and the changing times. By always looking for ways to grow and keeping up with technology, we have achieved a strong mix of programs that provide a wide variety of in-demand career training opportunities.
School Highlights
- Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia serves 360 students (81% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the state community college average of 25:1.
- Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 37%.
- Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is one of 12 community colleges within Philadelphia County, PA.
- The nearest community college to Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is Orleans Technical Institute (2.9 miles away).
Top Placements
Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia places among the top 20% of community colleges in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- Student Earnings Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation)
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
- The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia | (PA) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 11 staff | 25 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 3 | 8 |
| Total Enrollment | 360 students | 618 students |
| Student:Teacher Ratio | 33:1 | 25:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 290 students | 372 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 70 students | 246 students |
| % Asian | 8% | 2% |
| % Hispanic | 20% | 7% |
| % Black | 40% | 14% |
| % White | 28% | 63% |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 2% |
| Diversity Score | 0.71 | 0.57 |
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| College Completion Rate | 45% | 55% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $43,400 | $34,800 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 97% | 95% |
| Median Debt for Graduates (Year 2015) | $12,979 | $12,223 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2015) | $4,750 | $5,500 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Lincoln Tech offers short-term, career-focused programs that span many different subject areas. The college has campuses located in Philadelphia and Allentown, PA, Columbia, MD, Grand Prairie, TX, Indianapolis, IN, Melrose Park, IL, or Mahwah and Union, NJ. At Lincoln Tech's Philadelphia Campus the focus is to better prepare and train our students to be qualified and knowledgeable automotive technicians. To achieve this, we offer hands-on training from industry experienced instructors. Lincoln Technical Institute has been in Philadelphia area since 1962. Our programs have gained industry recognition for turning out well-trained, job-ready individuals. Our location in Philadelphia also allows our students to take advantage of a wide variety of internships and post graduation opportunities in high-end dealerships. In addition, we offer two Associate Degree programs in Service Management for those looking to take their training to the next level. With morning, afternoon and evening classes, and convenient public transportation options, there are several ways to put together a schedule that fits your needs. Lincoln Tech career training programs currently offered at the Philadelphia Campus: Automotive Technology and Automotive Service Management. Our Automotive Division offers hands-on training programs in Automotive and Diesel Technology. Our Skilled Trades Division offers a variety of programs including HVAC, Drafting and CAD, and Electronic Systems Technician (EST). Our Information Technology (IT) Division includes training in PC Support, Networking, and Web Programming. Our Allied Health Division offers Healthcare training programs for a Medical Assistant or Medical Administrative Assistant. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia is Orleans Technical Institute (2.9 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Orleans Technical InstitutePrivate, non-profit332 students | 2.90 Mi2770 Red Lion Road
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215)728-4700 2.90332 - Kaplan Career Institute-Franklin MillsPrivate, for profit640 students | 3.40 Mi177 Franklin Mills Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19154
(215)612-6600 3.40640 - 310 students | 4.20 Mi2180 Hornig Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19116
(215)969-0869 4.20310 - Manor CollegePrivate, non-profit858 students | 6.00 Mi700 Fox Chase Rd
Jenkintown, PA 19046
(215)885-2360 6.00858 - Pennco Tech-BristolPrivate, for profit500 students | 7.60 Mi3815 Otter St
Bristol, PA 19007
(215)785-0111 7.60500
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