Westmoreland County Community College

Westmoreland County Community College Overview

Westmoreland County Community College is a public country school in a rural setting in Youngwood, Pennsylvania. Westmoreland County Community College was founded in 1970 and enrolls 4,645 undergrads and no graduate students.

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2022 Westmoreland County Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
Early Action Acceptance Rate	Info Not Available
In-State Tuition	$4,140
Out-of-State	$6,210

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Is Westmoreland County Community College a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" varies. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what Westmoreland County Community College offers and if it seems like a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Westmoreland County Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Westmoreland County Community College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Westmoreland County Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Westmoreland County Community College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Westmoreland County Community College's endowment was valued at $2.4 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $6,076 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Westmoreland County Community College

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Westmoreland County Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Westmoreland County Community College.

Based on this information, does Westmoreland County Community College seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Westmoreland County Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Westmoreland County Community College Located?

Westmoreland County Community College is located in the rural setting of Youngwood, Pennsylvania, in the suburbs of Pittsburgh.

If you are interested in seeing Westmoreland County Community College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Pennsylvania Turnpike to Youngwood, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Arnold Palmer Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Westmoreland County Community College and Youngwood are like without leaving home.

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