- 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 served 217 students (80% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 48% of the student body (majority Black), which was less than the state average of 50%.
School Overview
Pittsburgh Career Institute
(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
34 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Enrollment
217 students
382 students
Showing 2008–2023. View full 17-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
174 students
294 students
Showing 2008–2023. View full 17-year historical data
# Part-Time Students
43 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
217 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
174 students
292 students
Showing 2008–2023. View full 17-year historical data
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
43 students
88 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
5%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
12%
% Black
34%
15%
Showing 2008–2023. View full 17-year historical data
% White
52%
50%
Showing 2008–2023. View full 17-year historical data
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
14%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.69
Showing 2010–2023. View full 17-year historical data
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
49%
54%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 17-year historical data
Median Earnings 10 Years After Entry (measured in 2020-2021, in 2022 dollars)
$30,208
$40,852
Points are in the dollars of their own College Scorecard release, and the colleges behind the state line differ by period. The lines do not show inflation-adjusted growth.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,547
$17,466
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
89%
Showing 2010–2023. View full 17-year historical data
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,844
$13,310
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,334
$6,297
Showing 2008–2020. View full 14-year historical data
Acceptance Rate
97%
86%
Source: 2023 (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pittsburgh Career Institute cost?
Pittsburgh Career Institute's private state tuition is approximately $17,547.
What is the acceptance rate of Pittsburgh Career Institute?
The acceptance rate of Pittsburgh Career Institute is 97%, which is higher than the state average of 86%.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Career Institute located?
Pittsburgh Career Institute is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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