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Students attend Pennco Tech in Bristol, PA, a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Pennco Tech degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering technician and mechanics and repair.
Pennco Tech is selective and does not offer open admission.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
There are 445 students at Pennco Tech (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are male.
A lot of students at Pennco Tech attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Development of an individual by formal education and training leads to a more fruitful life for that individual, promotes his/her moral and intelligence, conserves human resources and efforts, aids in the production of wealth, and contributes to economic stability and progress. From a practical point of view this philosophy indicates that, since learning takes place within the student, the school is dedicated to helping the student learn. Further, since the school is sensitive to the student's ultimate objective, employment, and employers needs, learning involves not only technical information, but the other qualitiesand attitudes that develop the total human being. Thus, the student is made aware of the need for self dicipline, neat appearance, clear and concise writing, confident speech, cooperation, honesty, and the many other characteristics that the employer finds desirable in a good employee."
More complete details are provided below.
Pennco Tech Bristol
3815 Otter St
Bristol, PA 19007
General Phone: (215) 785-0111
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 208 | electrical maintenance and repair, vehicle maintenance, autobody repair, computer repair |
| Engineering Technician | 75 | HVAC tech |
| Medical Administration | 29 | medical secretary |
| Construction Trades | 7 | plumbing |
| Family and Social Work | 7 | child care provider |
| Medical Support and Technology | 6 | pharmacy tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennco Tech in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 241 | 8 |
| Associate's degree | 58 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 33 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Pennco Tech had a total enrollment of 445 students (495 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 87% |
| Women | 13% |
| Full-Time | 77% |
| Part-Time | 23% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 60% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 81 % |
| Part-Time | 63 % |
Pennco Tech offers campus housing for 16 of its 495 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bristol, 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 | 218 | 196 | 90% | 194 | 99% |
| Men | 187 | 169 | 90% | 169 | 100% |
| Women | 31 | 27 | 87% | 25 | 93% |
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 |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| Room charge | $ 4,800 |
Financial Aid:
Pennco Tech participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 944900)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 21 | $49,802 | 3 | $45,755 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 21 | $49,802 | 3 | $45,755 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Plumbing Technology/Plumber
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology, Other
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, Other
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennco Tech Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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