Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
About Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College teaches in Johnstown, in the Allegheny Mountains. Business and health administration are among its largest programs.
Founded
1993
Location
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Students
788
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
38.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,110
Out-of-state: $13,350
Avg Net Price
$6,200
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,752
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
38.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.6%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37.5%
$/Student
$4.2K
Class Size
Large
The 38.3% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,110
In-State
$13,350
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,306
After Financial Aid
$6,200
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,945
Receive Grants
17.7%
Take Loans
13.2%
Tuition is $7,110/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,200.
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 Pennsylvania Highlands Community College fund their education.
While in School
17.7%
Get Grants
Free money
13.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$30,293
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$11,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$117/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $11,000, 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 Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.
Gender
61.4%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
788
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
47%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
12.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 47% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
788
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 46 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Basketball
Student Athletes
46
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
26
Men
20
Women
4
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pennsylvania Highlands Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,752
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$25K
68 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
$24K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
18 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
14 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$31K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
$95K
9 grads
1yr Earnings
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.