Philadelphia Technician Training
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private, nonprofit · 512 undergraduates
Of 3 programs with reported earnings, 1 leave graduates out-earning a typical Pennsylvania high-school graduate (about $36,498/yr) and 2 fall short. Another 4 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $22,731 |
| $30k to $48k | $21,812 |
| $48k to $75k | $25,025 |
| $75k to $110k | $28,663 |
| All families (average) | $22,813 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $33,646 | -$2,852 | falls short | $9,500 | n/a |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $26,540 | -$9,958 | falls short | $9,500 | n/a |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $36,814 | +$316 | clears the bar | $9,500 | 30.1 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 88% of students receive Pell grants · 50% 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.