Williamson College of the Trades is a private men's junior vocational college in Media, Pennsylvania. The school was founded on December 1, 1888, by Philadelphia merchant and philanthropist Isaiah Vansant Williamson.
School Highlights
Williamson College of the Trades serves 243 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 243 students
Acceptance Rate: 46%
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
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59 staff
Student Body
The student population of Williamson College of the Trades has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Williamson College of the Trades diversity score of 0.31 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
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10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
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151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
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12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
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330 students
% Asian
9%
5%
% Hispanic
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11%
% Black
7%
15%
% White
2%
52%
% Hawaiian
82%
3%
% Two or more races
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3%
% Non Resident races
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1%
% Unknown races
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10%
Diversity Score
0.31
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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SAT Reading
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460
SAT Math
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470
SAT Writing
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435
ACT Composite
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20
ACT English
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20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
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7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Patrick Rounds, 2015 Princeton University graduate -
Daniel Rounds, 2017 Princeton University graduate -
Thomas Rounds, 2019 United States Military Academy graduate -
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Williamson College of the Trades?
The acceptance rate of Williamson College of the Trades is 46%, which is lower than the state average of 78%. Williamson College of the Trades's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Williamson College of the Trades?
Williamson College of the Trades famous alumni include: Patrick Rounds, 2015 Princeton University graduate, Daniel Rounds, 2017 Princeton University graduate and Thomas Rounds, 2019 United States Military Academy graduate.
What is Williamson College of the Trades's ranking?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 243 students
Acceptance Rate: 46%
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
