School Highlights
Vet Tech Institute serves 292 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 39%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 292 students
- In-state tuition: $14,600
- Out-state tuition: $14,600
- Acceptance Rate: 63%
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 9%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Vet Tech Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 127% over five years.
Vet Tech Institute
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
25 staff
56 staff
Student Body
The student population of Vet Tech Institute has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Vet Tech Institute diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
292 students
447 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
292 students
282 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
165 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
388 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
292 students
292 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
229 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
4%
% Hispanic
2%
9%
% Black
4%
12%
% White
91%
61%
% Two or more races
3%
2%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
11%
Diversity Score
0.17
0.59
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
72%
59%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$25,200
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $14,600 is more than the state average of $9,730. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,600 is more than the state average of $13,992. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$14,600
$9,730
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,600
$13,992
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
92%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,620
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,750
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
63%
74%
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: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vet Tech Institute cost?
Vet Tech Institute's tuition is approximately $14,600 for In-State students and $14,600 for Out-State students.
What schools are Vet Tech Institute often compared to?
Vet Tech Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Career Institute by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Vet Tech Institute?
The acceptance rate of Vet Tech Institute is 63%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
What is Vet Tech Institute's ranking?
Vet Tech Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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