New Castle School of Trades
Tel:
(724)964-8811
- New Castle School of Trades has been providing hands-on training in electrical, automotive and many other technical fields for Pennsylvania and Ohio residents for more than 60 years. We know what employers are looking for and what they value in an employee. We’ve structured our programs around these needs so that when you graduate, you’ll be prepared to work in a high-demand industry.
School Highlights
- New Castle School of Trades serves 825 students (100% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
- Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 37%.
- New Castle School of Trades is the only community colleges within Lawrence County, PA.
- The nearest community college to New Castle School of Trades is National College-Youngstown (9.6 miles away).
Top Placements
New Castle School of Trades places among the top 20% of community colleges in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- Offering Breadth Programs offered
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| New Castle School of Trades | (PA) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 39 staff | 25 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 13 | 8 |
| Total Enrollment | 825 students | 618 students |
 | ||
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 21:1 | 25:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 825 students | 372 students |
 |  | |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 7% |
| % Black | 10% | 14% |
| % White | 88% | 63% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | 10% |
 |  | |
| Diversity Score | 0.22 | 0.57 |
 | ||
| College Completion Rate | 72% | 55% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $33,400 | $34,800 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 92% | 94% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $9,500 | $12,223 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $3,684 | $5,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | 84% |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- New Castle School of Trades was founded in 1945 and has become a leading technical and trade institution. Over the years, the School has evolved from educating competent tradesmen to training more sophisticated and innovative craftsmen who are looking to become today's highly skilled technicians. In 1954, NCST moved to its present location in Pulaski, PA. NCST has programs in Building Technology, Electrical Technology, Heavy Equipment Operations, Heavy Equipment Operations with CDL, Machinist Technology, Refrigeration/AC Technology and Commercial Truck Driving, as well as a Commercial & Industrial Maintenance program. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to New Castle School of Trades is National College-Youngstown (9.6 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- National College-YoungstownPrivate, for profit118 students | 9.60 Mi3487 Belmont Ave
Youngstown, OH 44505
(330)759-0205 9.60118 - Laurel Technical Institute (Sharon)Private, for profit157 students | 9.90 Mi200 Sterling Ave
Sharon, PA 16146
(724)983-0700 9.90157 - n/a students | 10.20 Mi32 W. State St.
Sharon, PA 16146
(724)646-2433 10.20n/a - 539 students | 10.30 Mi147 Shenango Avenue
Sharon, PA 16146
(724)983-2803 10.30539 - ETI Technical CollegePublic164 students | 13.70 Mi2076 Youngstown Warren Rd
Niles, OH 44446
13.70164
Recent Articles
Complaints about the current system of accrediting community colleges, combined with the quickly changing scope of community college education and how it’s delivered, may soon necessitate changes in the way that community college programs are accredited.
Community college enrollment is in decline, but some schools are refusing to roll over. Read on to learn the factors impacting enrollment rates and what some schools are doing to stay afloat.
In a time of change, the LGBTQ community is receiving more support than ever and the world is changing with each passing year. As a young adult member of the LGBTQ community, you have unique opportunities to take advantage of when preparing to enter college if you choose to. Keep reading to learn what you can expect to see during your college search and how best to prepare for your freshman year.
