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$17,725Tuition
591Students
59%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$66,642Earnings
#17 in PennsylvaniaPrivate nonprofit2-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$17,725
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,725
Average Net Price
$31,389
Students Receiving Financial Aid
37.7%
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$11,992
Books & Supplies
$1,009
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,230
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$130/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
63.4%
Students Taking Federal Loans
60.4%
Pell Grant Recipients
37.7%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $27,738
$30,001 – $48,000 $29,084
$48,001 – $75,000 $31,410
$75,001 – $110,000 $34,688
$110,001+ $35,151

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Cost Overview

Families typically pay $31,389 annually after aid, though costs vary by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay $27,738 per year, while those from households above $110,000 pay $35,151. Since this is a two-year program, total costs range from about $55,000 to $70,000. The school's specialized aviation focus explains why tuition remains flat regardless of residency status.

Graduates leave with manageable debt loads. The median debt of $12,230 translates to monthly payments around $130. New graduates earning the median $53,884 can handle these payments comfortably. The 97.5% employment rate means students find work quickly in the aviation industry. Within ten years, median earnings reach $66,642, making the investment worthwhile for most students.

Lower-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly $7,400 less annually than their wealthiest classmates while accessing the same industry-focused training.

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