Pennsylvania Gunsmith School is located in Pittsburgh, PA (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Pennsylvania Gunsmith School is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in mechanics and repair.
Pennsylvania Gunsmith School is an open-admission school.
The school had 39 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A very high share of students at Pennsylvania Gunsmith School are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The PGS mission is to help individuals achieve their career objectives through a progressive Gunsmithing Program by building skills in a planned and organized manner. Men and women will reach their potential and become skilled craftsman who utilize both their hands and mind. Graduates will become employed as a direct result of the training program by meeting a growing need for servicing firearms for law enforcement and security personnel, hunters and sportsmen."
More complete details are provided below.
Pennsylvania Gunsmith School
812 Ohio River Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15202-2637
General Phone: (412) 766-1812
http://www.pagunsmith.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 22 | gunsmith |
Number of programs and degrees for Pennsylvania Gunsmith School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 22 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Pennsylvania Gunsmith School had a total enrollment of 39 students (54 full-time equivalent).
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Pittsburgh, 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.
Financial Aid:
Pennsylvania Gunsmith School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2330600)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pennsylvania Gunsmith School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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