- Founded in 1949, Rosedale Technical�College has a rich history of preparing students for a career in the trades.� Rosedale provides students with the proper knowledge and equipment, as well as the necessary hands-on experience required for their field.
School Highlights
Rosedale Technical College serves 475 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Private-state tuition: $13,700
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 51% over five years.
Rosedale Technical College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
31 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Rosedale Technical College has grown by 23% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Rosedale Technical College diversity score of 0.40 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
475 students
350 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
475 students
292 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
475 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
475 students
290 students
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
14%
15%
% White
76%
50%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
14%
Diversity Score
0.40
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
79%
61%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,400
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $13,700 is less than the state average of $17,224. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$13,700
$17,224
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by pr
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
79%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
75%
81%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Tech Vets Veterans Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Rosedale Tech currently has two facilities that house classrooms and lab areas for Automotive, Diesel, Electrical, HVAC, Truck Driving, Industrial Technician and Welding programs.� Evening classes are offered in Auto, Diesel, Electrical and Welding.
- Those who are interested�are invited to give us a call and schedule a tour of the facilites.� You may even schedule a "shadow day" where you are able to spend a day in the class of your choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rosedale Technical College cost?
Rosedale Technical College's private state tuition is approximately $13,700.
What is the acceptance rate of Rosedale Technical College?
The acceptance rate of Rosedale Technical College is 75%, which is lower than the state average of 81%.
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