Pittsburgh Technical College

Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) offered grants and scholarships to help students afford their education. For the 2023-2024 academic year, these financial aids were available to all incoming students and were renewed each academic year as long as students remained in good academic standing. These grants and scholarships did not need to be repaid, making them a valuable resource for students.

Pittsburgh Technical College had a liberal open admissions policy, which meant applicants only needed to meet basic requirements to be admitted. The college used a personalized dashboard to walk applicants through every step of the application and admissions process. The college had rolling admissions, which meant applications were accepted any time throughout the year.

Pittsburgh Technical College provided a hands-on, project-based approach to education. With a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, the institution provided a student-centered educational experience. PTC emphasized a hands-on, project-based approach and was useful for anyone who wanted to get up to speed, fast.

PTC maintained a consistent 95 percent in-field placement rate, uniquely positioned to meet the ever-changing needs of students and employers thanks to close partnerships with business, industry, and education partners. The college's Career Services Department worked with students as they prepared for graduation, supported new graduates in their job search, helped experienced alumni relocate or secure advanced employment, and assisted employers match job openings to PTC candidates.

PTC offered a variety of student activities to build a stronger campus community, including movie nights, cookouts, and intramural sports. The college also had a Health & Wellness Center with counselors available for guidance and crisis intervention. PTC was officially part of a coalition of colleges and universities across the state focused on addressing hunger and other basic needs for students.

Pittsburgh Technical College had a 24-hour security patrol and campus emergency phones. The college also had student core values that promoted a safe and supportive environment. These values included integrity, community, social justice, respect, and responsibility.

Pittsburgh Technical College did not offer undergraduate research opportunities. The college did not offer study abroad programs. The college did not have an honors program.

International students at Pittsburgh Technical College were offered the same resources as those provided to local students. The college had a small percentage of international students, representing 0.2% of the student body from 2 countries.