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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Media, PA

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$14,445

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

47.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,703

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Media, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,445, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 47.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$57,780

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

10.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,703

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$750

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$56,280

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 47%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is $16,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
87.8%
12.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
60.2%
White
20.4%
Unknown
9.1%
Two or more
4.7%
Hispanic
3.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%
International
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$14,445

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,741
$30k - $48k$14,997
$48k - $75k$19,290
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,500
Pell Grant Recipients78.3%
Using Federal Loans91.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment23.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,827
Avg. Pell Grant$3,741
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,696
Avg. Institutional Grant$2,950
Students Receiving Grants90.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

N/A

Success

47.1%

In-State Cost

$14,445

Age 25+ Students

66.6%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 10

Working at 6yr

728 students

Local City Insights

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