Students attend Rosedale Technical Institute in Pittsburgh, PA, a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Rosedale Technical Institute degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in construction trades and mechanics and repair.
Rosedale Technical Institute 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 184 students at Rosedale Technical Institute (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at the school are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"THE PURPOSE OF ROSEDALE TECHNICAL INSTITUTE CAN BEST BE DESCRIBED AS PREPARATION OF INDIVIDUALS FOR EMPLOOYMENT IN POSITIONS RELATED TO THE TRANSPORTATION AND ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES. STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS SCHOOL ARE ASSUMED TO HAVE MADE A GENERAL SELECTION OF THE CAREER WHICH THEY WHISH TO PURSUE. THE COURSES AT THE SCHOOL ARE DIRECTED TO PREPARING THEM FOR THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THAT CAREER FIELD. ALL THE COURSES GIVEN AT THE SCHOOL ARE SELECTED AND SCHEDULED TO CONTRIBUTE TO THAT OBJECTIVE. SURVEYS OF THE INDUSTRIES WHICH EMPLOY OUR GRADUATES ARE CONDUCTED TO DETERMINE WHAT CHANGES OR MODIFICATONS SHOULD BE MADE IN OUR TRAINING TO GIVE THE BEST POSSIBLE PREPARATION FOR A CAREER IN THE FIELDS IN WHICH WE TRAIN. POLICIES OF THE SCHOOL ARE DETERMINED TO A LARGE EXTENT BY THE REQUIREMENTS OF EMPLOYERS WHO HIRE OUR GRADUATES. THESE POLICIES ARE DETERMINED WITHIN A FRAMEWOK OF THE REGULATIONS OF THE VARIOUS GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES WHICH REGULATE THE SCHOOL. IMMPUT FOR POLICY DETERMINATIONS ALSO COMES FROM VARIOUS COMMITTEES MADE UP OF STUDENTS, FACULTLY, STAFF MEMBERS AND INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES."
More complete details are provided below.
Rosedale Technical Institute
215 Beecham Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9791
General Phone: (412) 521-6200
http://rosedaletech.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics and Repair | 55 | automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics |
| Construction Trades | 14 | electrician |
Number of programs and degrees for Rosedale Technical Institute in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 65 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 4 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Rosedale Technical Institute had a total enrollment of 184 students (293 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 95% |
| Women | 5% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 123 | 123 | 100% | 84 | 68% |
| Men | 116 | 116 | 100% | 80 | 69% |
| Women | 7 | 7 | 100% | 4 | 57% |
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 |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,630 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,630 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,975 |
Financial Aid:
Rosedale Technical Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1205000)
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 | 11 | $36,871 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $36,871 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Rosedale Technical Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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