- Pace Institute began as the training division of Professional Practice Management Association, a Reading, PA-based consulting organization founded in 1977 by Rhoda E. Dersh. To meet the expanding need for services, Pace became a licensed business school and embarked on a sustained growth curve.
School Highlights
Pace Institute serves 5 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Private-state tuition: $9,240
- Student:teacher ratio: 1:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pace Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pace Institute
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
4 staff
59 staff
Student Body
The student population of Pace Institute has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Pace Institute diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5 students
461 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
5 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
54 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
% Hispanic
64%
11%
% Black
11%
15%
% White
20%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
83%
57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,200
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $9,240 is less than the state average of $17,231. The private state tuition has grown by 23% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$9,240
$17,231
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,826
$12,826
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,445
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Pace Institute awards Associate in Specialized Business degrees and Associate in Specialized Technology degrees in Accounting, Business Management, Computer Programming/Network Operations, Electronic & Network Engineering Technology, Executive Secretarial Administration, Fashion & Retail Merchandising/ Business, Legal Office Assistant / Paralegal, Medical Office Assistant / Administrator and Travel and Tourism / Business. Pace Institute also offers Diploma Programs in 48 Semester Credit Programs, Administrative Office Assistant, Business Network System, Electronic Technology, Legal Secretary / Shorthand Option, Legal Secretary / Word Processing Option, Medical Office Assistant, Medical Secretary / Word Processing Option and PC Programming & Applications. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pace Institute cost?
Pace Institute's private state tuition is approximately $9,240.
What is Pace Institute's ranking?
Pace Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition.
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