Somerset County Technology Center
Somerset County Technology Center is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Somerset, PA. It offers 20 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools (10/1/2007 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Somerset County Technology Center is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2024 tuition and fees is $16,500. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,550 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 13 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Somerset County Technology Center.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $16,500 | $2,350 | 1,550 Hours | 13 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | $5,500 | $410 | 200 Hours | 2 Months | $6,258 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $12,500 | $1,354 | 1,250 Hours | 12 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $3,000 | $815 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $16,042 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $8,500 | $1,138 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | $8,500 | $1,359 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $19,138 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 40 students attended Somerset County Technology Center in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 28 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 3 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 4 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 50 (full-time) and 5 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Somerset County Technology Center is 88% and the retention rate is 88% at the school.
| Student Population | 40 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 88% |
| Number of Faculty | 31 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 4 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Somerset County Technology Center is $16,500
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
100% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,621 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,500 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,350 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $15,405 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $15,197 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,621 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Somerset County Technology Center offers 20 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 47 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 16 | 0 | 32 |
| Total | 20 | 0 | 47 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Somerset County Technology Center are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 47 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 12 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 3 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 32 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 1 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 1 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 11 |
| Total | 12 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 3 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 3 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 40 students have enrolled into Somerset County Technology Center. By gender, 7 male and 33 female students are attending the school.
There are 37 White (92.50%), 2 Black/African American (5.00%), 1 Hispanic (2.50%), and 1 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 40 | 7 | 33 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 37 | 6 | 31 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 281 Technology Dr, Somerset, PA
- 814-443-3651
- School Website
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