The mission of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is to offer a two-year technical education to academically qualified students of Pennsylvania. The college serves financially disadvantaged and non-scholarship students as well as indigent orphans. Stevens, a residential college, prepares students for skilled employment and full, effective lives as citizens of the community, the Commonwealth, and the nation. Stevens is committed to lifelong learning, community outreach, and economic development by contributing to the technical workforce of Pennsylvania.
School Highlights
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology serves 1,347 students (98% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 44%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 1,347 students
In-state tuition: $7,430
Out-state tuition: $7,430
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 31%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has grown by 47% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology diversity score of 0.49 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,347 students
477 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,319 students
331 students
# Part-Time Students
28 students
146 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
640 students
314 students
% Asian
2%
3%
% Hispanic
14%
11%
% Black
10%
15%
% White
69%
56%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
11%
Diversity Score
0.49
0.64
College Completion Rate
67%
56%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,500
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,430 is less than the state average of $10,168. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,430 is less than the state average of $14,356. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,430
$10,168
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,430
$14,356
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
88%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,196
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,218
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
89%
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
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a two year technical
college that provides an education in seventeen programs. Thaddeus
Stevens College of Technology is owned by the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and is fully accredited by the Middle States
Association of Colleges and Schools. Stevens is located in
southeastern Pennsylvania in Lancaster. The 18 buildings comprising
the Stevens campus are situated on a 32.5 acre tract of land
located at the eastern edge of the City of Lancaster. These include
5 residence halls, a dining hall, a laboratory/classroom building
with computer and learning labs, and new and expanded technical
laboratory facilities. The Learning Resources Center was completed
in the summer of 1995. Also available for student use are an
athletic field with a track, and a newly renovated student center.
Two-year technical programs in the following areas lead to
Associate Degrees: Architectural Technology, Automotive Technology,
Cabinetmaking and Wood Technology, Carpentry, Collision Repair
Technology, Computer & Network Systems Administration, Electrical
Technology, Electronics Technology, Heating, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning, Machine Tool and Computer-Aided Manufacturing,
Masonry Construction Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology,
Metals Fabrication/Welding Technology, Office Administration,
Plumbing, Graphic Communications and Printing Technology and
Respiratory Care. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology has been
changing the lives of students for over 90 years. Stevens provides
a well-rounded, two-year education that virtually guarantees a good
job and the opportunity for a better life. While most students
select one of several job offers upon graduation, some choose to
further their education.
No matter where you choose to go to college you'll have to take some kind of standardized test. The GRE is often required for graduate programs, but it may also benefit your community college application.
Education becomes more expensive with each passing year so it is important to make smart use of your student loans and to minimize your debt while you are in school whenever possible.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 1,347 students
In-state tuition: $7,430
Out-state tuition: $7,430
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
Minority enrollment: 31%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
