Pittsburgh Career Institute
- Pittsburgh campus of Sanford-Brown, where we are committed to preparing motivated individuals for rewarding careers in the healthcare industry. Sanford-Brown Institute-Pittsburgh is part of a network of private schools committed to educating trained, confident professionals for a growing number of career opportunities in the healthcare and related industries.
School Highlights
Pittsburgh Career Institute serves 66 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 44%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Private-state tuition: $17,547
- Acceptance Rate: 90%
- Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
- Minority enrollment: 34%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five years.
Pittsburgh Career Institute
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associates Colleges
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
34 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pittsburgh Career Institute has declined by 42% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Pittsburgh Career Institute diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
66 students
477 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
66 students
331 students
# Part-Time Students
74 students
146 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
314 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
1%
11%
% Black
21%
15%
% White
66%
56%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
11%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.64
College Completion Rate
75%
56%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,100
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $17,547 is more than the state average of $17,415. The private state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,547
$17,415
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,495
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
86%
SAT Reading
n/a
450
SAT Math
n/a
465
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Western School of Health and Business offer three kinds of programs, Associate in Specialized Technology Degree programs, Associate in Specialized Business Degree programs, and Diploma program. Western's programs emphasize hands-on training, are relevant to employers' needs, and focus on areas that offer strong long-term employment opportunities. The Western School offers different specialized degree and diploma programs in exciting career fields. Our Medical Technology Career Training Programs (AST) includes Anesthesia Technologist, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer II, Medical Assistant Specialist and Radiographer. Our Business Degree Programs (ASB) includes Paralegal Specialist and Business Administration. Our Diploma program includes Criminal Justice, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Medical Assistant, Medical Office Administration, Veterinary Technology and Massage Therapist. Western School of Health and Business is part of the Career Education Corporation network. Career Education Corporation is pleased to make placement assistance available for our graduates and alumni. On-site agencies, with global access to candidates and job opportunities from our domestic and international sites, are located on many of our campuses and can aid in securing employment that is both exciting and rewarding. Career Services department at the Western School of Health and Business is focused on two primary goals. One is to provide the best employment opportunity for our graduates and the second is to supply a high demand employment market with the best qualified candidates.
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