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Pennsylvania College of Technology is a small college located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1941 as the Williamsport Technical Institute. The college enrolls more than 6,000 students and employs over 300 full-time faculty members. It is governed by the Pennsylvania State University. Penn College offers more than 100 certificates, associate and baccalaureate degree programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
- School of Business & Computer Technologies
- School of Construction & Design Technologies
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Hospitality
- School of Industrial & Engineering Technologies
- School of Integrated Studies
- School of Natural Resources Management
- School of Transportation Technology
Penn College’s campus is home to several student clubs and organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers, Collegiate Association for County Correctional Education and the Horticulture Club. The college also has an active Greek life.
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Campus LocationOne College Ave Williamsport, PA 17701-5799 USA Main Tel: (570) 326-3761 Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
Pennsylvania College Of Technology HighlightsWhere Pennsylvania College Of Technology stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in engineering technician, computer science and engineering, and mechanics and repair.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- High male/female ratio.
- Large number of students.
- High faculty salary.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
- ROTC
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| Associate | 1,193 | 66 | | Bachelor | 484 | 36 | | 2-4 year degree | 94 | 13 | | 1-2 year certificate | 13 | 3 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Pennsylvania College Of Technology was 6,682 in 2007 (6,090 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 0% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 11,250 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,130 | | Room | $ 4,870 | | Board | $ 2,900 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,000 | | Other | $ 2,450 |
Financial Aid: Pennsylvania College Of Technology participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| With tenure | | 232 | | Without tenure; working toward tenure | | 45 | | Without tenure; tenure not available | | 16 |
Housing and MealsPennsylvania College Of Technology provides on-campus housing for 1,500 of its 6,090 (full-time) students (as of 2007).
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (126 awarded) - Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Management Information Systems
- Vehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (181 awarded) - Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer Software and Media Applications
- Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management
- Information Technology
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (31 awarded) - Forest Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (83 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Electrician
- Mason/Masonry
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (37 awarded) - Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (527 awarded) - Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
- Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
- Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
- Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
- Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians
- Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
- Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
- Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians
- Instrumentation Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
- Plastics Engineering Technology/Technician
- Surveying Technology/Surveying
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (28 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
HOSPITALITY (0 awarded) - Tourism and Travel Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (20 awarded) - Ornamental Horticulture
- Plant Nursery Operations and Management
- Turf and Turfgrass Management
LAW (26 awarded) - Legal Assistant/Paralegal
- Legal Professions and Studies
LIBERAL ARTS (19 awarded) - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Technical and Business Writing
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (164 awarded) - Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies
MEDIA (32 awarded) - Broadcast Journalism
- Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Platemaker/Imager
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (32 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
- Health and Medical Administrative Services
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (171 awarded) - Allied Health Diagnostic/Intervention/Treatment Professions, Oth
- Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE (20 awarded) - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (137 awarded) - Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (48 awarded) - Health and Physical Education/Fitness
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Occupational Therapist Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (0 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART (26 awarded) - Commercial and Advertising Art
PRODUCTION TRADES (64 awarded) - Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
- Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Tool and Die Technology/Technician
- Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE (0 awarded) - Biology/Biological Sciences
- Physical Sciences
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (12 awarded) - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
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