About
Pittsburgh Technical College, formerly known as Pittsburgh Technical Institute, is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was founded in 1946. The school is dedicated to providing career and technical education for students in the Pittsburgh area through its two campuses or through its online program. The institute serves over 2000 students annually and is dedicated to providing a hands on approach to education in high demand fields. PTC is a two year, privately owned post-secondary institution.
Academics
Pittsburgh Technical College provides various programs of study in high demand fields, allowing students to pursue which career is right for them. Students enrolled in one of these programs will have both hands on and classroom education experiences, many of which are augmented through internship programs established through the school. Graduates will receive a certificate or associate degree upon completion, with programs taking between one and two years to complete.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
As a two year institution, students who meet the minimum requirement for entry will be admitted to PTCI once their application for admission is submitted. Students are encouraged to visit the campus and meet with a representative prior to applying to determine which program they wish to enroll in and outline career goals.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships, which are disbursed based on need. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may ask for assistance through the school's financial aid office which employs advisers specializing in the financial aid application process.
Disclosure link: http://www.ptcollege.edu
Other Career Colleges
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Pittsburgh Technical College.
- Triangle Tech Inc - Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA (10 miles away)
- Everest Institute - Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA (10 miles away)
- Kaplan Career Institute - ICM Campus in Pittsburgh, PA (10 miles away)
- Penn Commercial Business - Technical School in Washington, PA (17 miles away)
- All - State Career School - Pittsburgh in West Mifflin, PA (19 miles away)