The campus of Triangle Tech Pittsburgh is in Pittsburgh, PA, which is a large city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Triangle Tech Pittsburgh include, at the school's highest level, the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in construction trades, mechanics and repair, and production trades.
Its open admissions system makes Triangle Tech Pittsburgh an attractive choice for many applicants.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
In 2007-2008, Triangle Tech Pittsburgh had 287 students enrolled (461 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at the school are male.
More complete details are provided below.
Triangle Tech Pittsburgh
1940 Perrysville Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214-3897
http://www.triangle-tech.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | 95 | electrician, carpentry |
| Mechanics and Repair | 34 | HVAC |
| Production Trades | 32 | welding |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | architectural drafting, mechanical drafting |
Number of programs and degrees for Triangle Tech Pittsburgh in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 154 | 6 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 7 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Triangle Tech Pittsburgh had a total enrollment of 287 students (461 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 98% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,617 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,617 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,315 |
Financial Aid:
Triangle Tech Pittsburgh participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 783900)
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 | $38,002 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 21 | $38,002 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
Electrician
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Triangle Tech Pittsburgh Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in construction trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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