Orleans Technical Institute Center City can be found in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (a large city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Jewish school. Orleans Technical Institute Center City is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Orleans Technical Institute Center City are in law.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. People attending Orleans Technical Institute Center City come from a variety of states around the country.
In 2005, 131 students were enrolled in the school. Older adults are in evidence at Orleans Technical Institute Center City, often seeking career changing education. A very high share of students at the school are female.
A lot of students at Orleans Technical Institute Center City attend part-time.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Orleans Technical Institute, a non-profit career school, is committed to providing: (1) quality education through a program of continuous improvement; (2) a student centered environment devoted to helping adults develop the skills they need to succeed in today’s workplace; (3) employer responsive training that changes as technology and the market change; (4) a supportive work environment where our talented and dedicated staff can develop to their fullest potential, while motivating students to succeed."
More complete details are provided below.
Orleans Technical Institute - Center City Campus
1845 Walnut St 7th Fl
Philadelphia, PA 19103-4707
General Phone: (215) 854-1823
Admissions Phone: (215) 854-1853
Financial Aid Phone: (215) 854-1822
http://www.orleanstech.edu/
Orleans Technical Institute Center City awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 11 | court reporting |
Number of programs and degrees for Orleans Technical Institute Center City in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 11 | 1 |
In 2005, Orleans Technical Institute Center City had a total enrollment of 131 students (69 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 4% |
| Women | 96% |
| Full-Time | 58% |
| Part-Time | 42% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 30% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 5% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 14% |
| 40-49 | 20% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 78% |
| New Jersey | 14% |
| Delaware | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 31 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 55 | 47 | 85% | 45 | 96% |
| Men | 3 | 2 | 67% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 52 | 45 | 87% | 43 | 96% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (215) 854-1853
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,025 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,025 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,485 |
Financial Aid:
Orleans Technical Institute Center City participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2183001)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (215) 854-1822
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 2 | 1 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Orleans Technical Institute Center City Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
Notable:
Jewish affiliation
Offers credit for life experience
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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