Pennco Tech-Bristol ★ Hidden gem
Bristol, Pennsylvania · Private, for-profit · 771 undergraduates
All 6 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Pennsylvania high-school graduate (about $36,498/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $17,543 |
| $30k to $48k | $17,583 |
| $48k to $75k | $20,138 |
| $75k to $110k | $23,043 |
| $110k and up | $23,686 |
| All families (average) | $19,197 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $43,707 | +$7,209 | clears the bar | $7,421 | 1 yr |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $52,475 | +$15,977 | clears the bar | $11,817 | 0.7 yrs |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $37,736 | +$1,238 | clears the bar | $6,035 | 4.9 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $43,890 | +$7,392 | clears the bar | $9,924 | 1.3 yrs |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $49,946 | +$13,448 | clears the bar | $9,500 | 0.7 yrs |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate's Degree | $40,761 | +$4,263 | clears the bar | $20,166 | 4.7 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 60% of students receive Pell grants · 84% 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.