All-State Career School-Pittsburgh ★ Hidden gem
West Mifflin, Pennsylvania · Private, for-profit · 410 undergraduates
All 3 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Pennsylvania high-school graduate (about $36,498/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $15,365 |
| $30k to $48k | $15,750 |
| $48k to $75k | $15,349 |
| $75k to $110k | $19,482 |
| $110k and up | $22,397 |
| All families (average) | $15,576 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $52,835 | +$16,337 | clears the bar | $6,333 | 0.4 yrs |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $42,645 | +$6,147 | clears the bar | $13,000 | 2.1 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $39,913 | +$3,415 | clears the bar | $12,289 | 3.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 67% of students receive Pell grants · 75% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.