The Workforce Institute's City College

4322 N. 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
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Tel: (215) 455-2300
www.aspiracitycollege.edu
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  • MCC was founded in 1974 by members of the First United Methodist Church of Germantown?the Reverends Theodore Loder, John Rice, and Robert DeHaan. Through their leadership, disadvantaged young people in the Germantown community gained a resource that provided the basic education, work experience, and the direction they needed to start their careers. Today, MCC offers a variety of programs to meet the needs of the community. MCC matches job seekers and employers in the Philadelphia region. Through training and individualized support, MCC students learn the career-specific skills essential to succeeding in their chosen fields. Programs range from a one-month job readiness and placement program to longer vocational training in information technology and office administration. MCC is also a leader in developing customized employer-based training, to help regional companies meet specific hiring challenges. MCC also provides diploma and degree programs through its Computer Technology Institute, a post-secondary, accredited vocational school. An array of student support services adds to the strength and success of each program. For these services, MCC?s staff of advisors provide counseling, referrals, academic advising, and employment-related services.

School Highlights

The Workforce Institute's City College serves 8 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 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 44%.

Top Rankings

The Workforce Institute's City College ranks among the top 20% of community colleges in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Workforce Institute's City College(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie ClassificationSpecial Focus Two-Year: Technical ProfessionsAssociates Colleges
Institution LevelAt least 2 but less than 4 yearsAt least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution ControlPrivate not-for-profitPrivate not-for-profit
Total Faculty5 staff36 staff
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Student Body

The student population of The Workforce Institute's City College has declined by 74% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 has decreased from 19:1 over five years.
The The Workforce Institute's City College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has grown by 144% over five years.
Total Enrollment8 students571 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio2:123:1
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# Full-Time Students8 students361 students
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# Part-Time Students9 students210 students
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% Asian
6%
3%
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% Hispanic
6%
9%
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% Black
76%
16%
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% White
6%
56%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
2%
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Diversity Score0.410.64
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College Completion Rate
20%
56%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)$23,800$34,800
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Tuition Cost and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $24,194 is more than the state average of $17,025. The private state tuition has grown by 100% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees$24,194$17,025
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid100%92%
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Median Debt for Graduates$15,106$12,495
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Median Debt for Dropouts$4,899$5,500
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Acceptance Rate50%85%
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Source: 2019 (or latest year available) IPEDS

Nearby Schools

The nearest community college to The Workforce Institute's City College is Peirce College (0.4 miles away).
  • College Location Mi. Students
  • Peirce College
    Private not-for-profit
    1,357 students | 0.40 Mi1420 Pine Street
    Philadelphia, PA 19102
    (888) 467-3472     0.401,357
  • Community College of Philadelphia
    Community College of Philadelphia Photo - Mint Bldg., Main Campus
    Public
    16,672 students | 0.80 Mi1700 Spring Garden St
    Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (215) 751-8000     0.8016,672
  • Hussian College School of Art
    Private for-profit
    81 students | 0.80 Mi1500 Spring Garden Street Ste. 101
    Philadelphia, PA 19130
    (215) 574-9600     0.8081
  • Jna Institute of Culinary Arts
    Jna Institute of Culinary Arts Photo
    Private for-profit
    36 students | 1.10 Mi1212 S Broad St
    Philadelphia, PA 19146
    (215) 468-8800     1.1036
  • Lincoln Technical Institute-Center City Philadelphia
    Public
    533 students | 1.60 Mi3600 Market St
    Philadelphia, PA 19104
    (215) 382-1553     1.60533
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Quick Stats (2021-22)
  • Students: 8 students
  • Private-state tuition: $24,194
  • Acceptance Rate: 50%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 2:1
  • Minority enrollment: 94%
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