Community College of Allegheny County
About Community College of Allegheny County
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
The Community College of Allegheny County teaches across Pittsburgh and its suburbs from four campuses. Nursing and business are its largest programs, and better than a fifth of its students move on to a four-year college.
Founded
1966
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Students
9,544
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
24.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,842
Out-of-state: $12,583
Avg Net Price
$13,970
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,449
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
24.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.7%
Transfer Out
22%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.6%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 24.2% graduation rate is below average, but 62.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,842
In-State
$12,583
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,716
After Financial Aid
$13,970
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,524
Receive Grants
32.3%
Take Loans
10.9%
Tuition is $4,842/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,970.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Community College of Allegheny County fund their education.
While in School
32.3%
Get Grants
Free money
10.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,004
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,680
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$134/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,680, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Community College of Allegheny County.
Gender
54.2%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
9,544
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
38.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 40.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
9,544
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Community College of Allegheny County fields 6 varsity teams with 87 student athletes, about 1% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
87
1% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
74% / 26%
64
Men
23
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Community College of Allegheny Countyearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,449
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
484 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
308 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$34K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$56K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$35K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
52 grads
Median earnings are $39K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.