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Private for-profit, 2-Year
State College, PA

South Hills School of Business & Technology

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

Annual Tuition

$19,208

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

99.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

61.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$35,539

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

South Hills School of Business & Technology is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in State College, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $19,208, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 61.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$38,416

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$5,539

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$16,974

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$72,364

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 South Hills School of Business & Technology is $16,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
68.5%
31.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
93.0%
Hispanic
5.4%
Black
0.8%
Two or more
0.8%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

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

$19,208

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,315
$30k - $48k$19,387
$48k - $75k$25,801
$75k+$31,165

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,000
Pell Grant Recipients48.2%
Using Federal Loans74.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment46.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,854
Avg. Pell Grant$4,854
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,845
Avg. Institutional Grant$4,124
Students Receiving Grants77.0%

* 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

80.6%

Success

61.0%

In-State Cost

$19,208

Age 25+ Students

21.5%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 1

Working at 6yr

518 students

Living In State College

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$1,122

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$1,133

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,317

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the State College metropolitan area.