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Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
On-time graduation rate 58%

Located in Media, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Pennsylvania Institute of Technology operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Pennsylvania Institute of Technology emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

In-State Tuition & Fees

$13,905

Cost of attendance at Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $13,083
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$13,905

Cost of attendance at Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $21,410
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 93 of freshman students at Pennsylvania Institute of Technology received on average $6,691 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,691
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 44 76% $4,454 $195,976
Other Federal Grant 54 93% $5,681 $306,800
State Grant/Scholarships 10 17% $2,949 $29,486
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 7 12% $3,577 $25,040
Total Grant & Scholarships 54 93% $6,691 $361,326

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Pennsylvania Institute of Technology students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Pennsylvania Institute of Technology students is 58.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 58.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 58.3%.

58.3%

  • African American 50.0% 43 students
  • white 78.1% 25 students
  • unknown 63.2% 12 students
  • hispanic 80.0% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Service Offerings

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training

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