- Choosing Newport Business Institute has been a leader in business education for over 100 years. At Newport, we provide a high-quality education and hands-on experience. Newport Business Institute provides you with the training and skills that are required for life-long career success.
School Highlights
Newport Business Institute-Lower Burrell served 51 students (96% of students were full-time).
Minority enrollment was 100% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was less than the state average of 50%.
School Overview
Newport Business Institute-Lower Burrell
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
12 staff
28 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
51 students
382 students
# Full-Time Students
49 students
294 students
# Part-Time Students
2 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
51 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
49 students
292 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2 students
88 students
% Unknown races
100%
14%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
64%
63%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,600
$36,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,275
$17,466
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,500
$13,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$4,750
Source: 2013 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- While at Newport Business Institute, students are able to choose from two specialized associate degree programs in Business Administration and Administrative Assistant. Our Business Administration programs provide extensive computer training, basic and advanced accounting skills, and a solid business background. Our Administrative Assistant programs provide extensive computer training, plus organizational, interpersonal communication and other necessary office skills. The college offers degrees in Accounting, Microcomputer, Accounting/Microcomputer, iCarnegie Program, Travel & Hospitality Management, Management, Retail Management, Medical Management, Executive, Medical, Legal, Accounting and Travel. The college offers Diploma Programs in Medical Office Clerical, Office Clerical, Transcriptionist, Travel and Tourism, Accounting and Other. Newport Business Institute is licensed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, State Board of Private Licensed Schools. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award the Associate in Specialized Business Degree, Diplomas and Certificates, in various business related subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Newport Business Institute-Lower Burrell cost?
Newport Business Institute-Lower Burrell's private state tuition is approximately $13,275.
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