Great Lakes Institute of Technology
Great Lakes Institute of Technology is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Erie, PA. It offers 14 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (7/1/1979 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Great Lakes Institute of Technology is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $22,500. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,250 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Great Lakes Institute of Technology.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $22,500 | - | 1,250 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $18,480 | - | 48 Hours | 10 Months | $16,239 |
| 3 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $30,800 | - | 80 Hours | 15 Months | $18,035 |
| 4 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $18,480 | - | 48 Hours | 10 Months | $16,730 |
| 5 | Surgical Technology/Technologist | $42,000 | - | 112 Hours | 21 Months | $28,401 |
| 6 | Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician | $42,750 | - | 114 Hours | 21 Months | $41,328 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 350 students attended Great Lakes Institute of Technology in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 29 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 12 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 51 (full-time) and 13 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Great Lakes Institute of Technology is 50% and the retention rate is 71% at the school.
| Student Population | 350 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 50% |
| Number of Faculty | 41 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Great Lakes Institute of Technology is $22,500
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
67% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $6,820 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $22,500 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $9,343 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,550 |
| Average Financial Amount | $6,820 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Great Lakes Institute of Technology offers 11 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 213 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 25 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 33 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 7 | 0 | 155 |
| Total | 11 | 0 | 213 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Great Lakes Institute of Technology are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 213 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 25 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 33 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 155 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 25 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 25 |
| Total | 25 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 31 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 2 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 33 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | ✕ | 4 completers |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | ✕ | 4 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 43 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 43 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 108 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 20 |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 3 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 36 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 22 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 27 |
| Total | 155 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 350 students have enrolled into Great Lakes Institute of Technology. By gender, 28 male and 322 female students are attending the school.
There are 239 White (68.29%), 57 Black/African American (16.29%), 18 Hispanic (5.14%), 10 Asian (2.86%), and 44 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 350 | 28 | 322 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Black/African American | 57 | 7 | 50 |
| Hispanic | 18 | 2 | 16 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 239 | 15 | 224 |
| Two More | 19 | 1 | 18 |
| Un-Known | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA
- 814-864-6666
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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