Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology
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(724)437-4600
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School Highlights
- Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology serves 104 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 37%.
- Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology is one of 3 community colleges within Fayette County, PA.
- The nearest community college to Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly (4.9 miles away).
Top Placements
Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology places among the top 20% of community colleges in Pennsylvania for:
- Category Attribute
- School Resources Percent of students receiving financial aid
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
School Overview
- The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five years.
| Pennsylvania Institute of Health and Technology | (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 | 5 staff | 25 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 104 students | 618 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 21:1 | 25:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 104 students | 372 students |
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| % Hispanic | 1% | 7% |
| % Black | 1% | 14% |
| % White | 97% | 63% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.06 | 0.57 |
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| College Completion Rate | 76% | 55% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $22,800 | $34,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
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