Westmoreland County Community College

145 Pavilion Lane
Youngwood, PA 15697
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • At Westmoreland County Community College (WCCC) we are committed to providing a curriculum, be it a course, program, or degree, that will challenge you intellectually and cultivate your problem-solving skills. We want you to learn how to learn, how to investigate problems and reach viable solutions. This process calls for hard work and commitment. We are committed to modeling these attributes as we work with you. We are confident that you will challenge yourself, grow in significant ways and become all that you can be. WCCC is a learning-centered college focused on student success, a catalyst for economic growth, a leader in workforce development, and a hub for cultural and artistic experiences.

School Highlights

Westmoreland County Community College serves 4,369 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is same as the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 39%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,369 students
  • In-state tuition: $6,990
  • Out-state tuition: $9,930
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 8%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Westmoreland County Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 380 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Westmoreland County Community College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
380 staff
58 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Westmoreland County Community College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Westmoreland County Community College diversity score of 0.15 is less than the state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has declined by 26% over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,369 students
448 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,460 students
282 students
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# Part-Time Students
2,909 students
166 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
284 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,460 students
297 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,909 students
243 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
21 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
4%
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% Hispanic
1%
9%
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% Black
2%
12%
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% White
92%
61%
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% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
n/a
11%
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Diversity Score
0.15
0.59
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
19%
59%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.05%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,200
$34,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $6,990 is less than the state average of $9,911. The in-state tuition has declined by 23% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,930 is less than the state average of $13,863. The out-state tuition has declined by 22% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,990
$9,911
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,930
$13,863
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
92%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$13,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,250
$6,111
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Westmoreland County Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in PA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
85%
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)

School Notes

  • The main campus is located at Youngwood, PA. The 80-acre campus comprises four buildings. Founders Hall, Commissioners Hall and Science Hall house general classrooms, science laboratories, computer and desktop publishing laboratories, multimedia technology laboratory, culinary arts laboratory with dining facility, dental hygiene clinic, greenhouse, theater, art gallery, library, Student Services, Learning Assistance Center, Campus Children's Center, bookstore, student lounges, cafeteria, gymnasium, racquetball courts, fitness center, and indoor running track. The college offers associate in arts degree, associate in applied science degree, diploma and certificate. There are 62 associate degree, 12 diploma, and 38 certificate programs with options that prepare students for careers or transfer to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year institutions. The college offers academic programs which parallel the first two years of a baccalaureate degree program, comprehensive occupational programs which prepare students for employment in a broad array of technical fields, a strong core of general education which prepares students to live and work in an increasingly complex and diverse society, and developmental education, which enables students to overcome academic deficiencies in order to be successful in college-level courses. The college also offers a variety of noncredit courses to meet short-term educational goals as well as to provide leisure and recreational activities for people of all ages. Westmoreland County Community College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Westmoreland County Community College cost?
Westmoreland County Community College's tuition is approximately $6,990 for In-State students and $9,930 for Out-State students.
What is Westmoreland County Community College's ranking?
Westmoreland County Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,369 students
  • In-state tuition: $6,990
  • Out-state tuition: $9,930
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 8%
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

For Pennsylvania public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $9,911 per year for in-state students and $13,863 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,857 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Pennsylvania community colleges have a diversity score of 0.59, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Pennsylvania is ASPIRA City College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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