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Construction Trades Schools in Pennsylvania

Updated October 10, 2026

Compare Construction Trades programs across Pennsylvania.

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Construction trades schools

#1

Community College of Allegheny County

Pittsburgh, PA In-state option BOC Score 40.9

Community College of Allegheny County is a Public, 2-year in Pittsburgh, PA serving about 9,544 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,842
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,583
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 24%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 1,076
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#2

Douglas Education Center

Monessen, PA In-state option BOC Score 49.5

Douglas Education Center is a Private for-profit, 2-year in Monessen, PA serving about 178 students and accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $19,450
  • Out-of-state tuition: $19,450
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 88%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 138

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#3

Harrisburg Area Community College

Harrisburg, PA In-state option BOC Score 37.5

Harrisburg Area Community College is a Public, 2-year in Harrisburg, PA serving about 9,533 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,975
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,472
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 21%
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 663
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#4

Commonwealth Technical Institute

Johnstown, PA In-state option BOC Score 50.2

Commonwealth Technical Institute is a Private nonprofit, 2-year in Johnstown, PA serving about 129 students and accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $7,714
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,714
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 86%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 61

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#5

Johnson College

Scranton, PA In-state option BOC Score 61.2

Johnson College is a Private nonprofit, 2-year in Scranton, PA serving about 590 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $21,225
  • Out-of-state tuition: $21,225
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 98%
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 114

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#6

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Schnecksville, PA In-state option BOC Score 47.7

Lehigh Carbon Community College is a Public, 2-year in Schnecksville, PA serving about 4,148 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,280
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,270
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 255
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#7

Luzerne County Community College

Nanticoke, PA In-state option BOC Score 43.0

Luzerne County Community College is a Public, 2-year in Nanticoke, PA serving about 3,317 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,600
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,260
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 23%
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 189
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#8

New Castle School of Trades

New Castle, PA In-state option BOC Score 71.6

New Castle School of Trades is a Private for-profit, 2-year in New Castle, PA serving about 700 students and accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 76%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 390

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#9

Orleans Technical College

Philadelphia, PA In-state option BOC Score 60.4

Orleans Technical College is a Private nonprofit, 2-year in Philadelphia, PA serving about 340 students and accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 80%
  • Graduation rate: 90%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 230

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#10

Schuylkill Technology Center

Frackville, PA In-state option BOC Score 60.6

Schuylkill Technology Center is a Public, <2-year in Frackville, PA serving about 102 students and accredited by Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 63%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 59

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#11

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Lancaster, PA In-state option BOC Score 67.0

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a Public, 2-year in Lancaster, PA serving about 1,446 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $9,050
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,050
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 71%
  • Graduation rate: 71%
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 389

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

#12

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA In-state option BOC Score 68.8

Temple University is a Public, 4-year in Philadelphia, PA serving about 20,970 students and accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Graduates gain job-ready skills that align with employer demand across PA.

Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $23,011
  • Out-of-state tuition: $38,958
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 80%
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 1,099
  • Online programs available

Source:IPEDSScorecardACCSC

How to compare programs

  • Credential: certificate, diploma, or degree options (varies by school)

  • Format: campus, hybrid, or online (varies by school)

  • Schedule: start dates, evening/weekend options, part-time availability

  • Total cost: tuition, fees, books, and tools (confirm with each school)

  • Requirements: prerequisites and any program-specific rules

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