Pennco Tech-Bristol
Pennco Tech-Bristol is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Bristol, PA. It offers 8 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 (3/30/1969 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Pennco Tech-Bristol is Electrician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $18,750. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Electrician programs ($15,963). The length of the program is 900 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 7 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Pennco Tech-Bristol.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | $18,750 | $1,420 | 900 Hours | 7 Months | $15,963 |
| 2 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $23,750 | $1,530 | 1,200 Hours | 9 Months | $14,851 |
| 3 | Electrician | $18,750 | $1,420 | 900 Hours | 19 Months | $15,963 |
| 4 | Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | $11,250 | $860 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $15,098 |
| 5 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $20,550 | $1,530 | 960 Hours | 20 Months | $14,851 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 771 students attended Pennco Tech-Bristol in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 32 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 20 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 91 (full-time) and 27 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Pennco Tech-Bristol is 84% and the retention rate is 31% at the school.
| Student Population | 771 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 84% |
| Number of Faculty | 52 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Pennco Tech-Bristol is $18,750
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
66% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,030 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,750 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,420 |
| On-Campus Room & Board | $5,844 |
| On-Campus Expenses | $7,001 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,810 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,204 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,030 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Pennco Tech-Bristol offers 7 career programs for 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, 398 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 71 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 327 |
| Total | 7 | 0 | 398 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Pennco Tech-Bristol are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 398 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 71 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 327 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 71 completers |
| Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary | ✕ | 71 |
| Total | 71 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 231 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 187 |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 44 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 96 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 69 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 16 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 11 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 327 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 771 students have enrolled into Pennco Tech-Bristol. By gender, 684 male and 87 female students are attending the school.
There are 354 White (45.91%), 171 Black/African American (22.18%), 187 Hispanic (24.25%), 21 Asian (2.72%), and 223 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 771 | 684 | 87 |
| American Indian/Native American | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Asian | 21 | 20 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 171 | 157 | 14 |
| Hispanic | 187 | 163 | 24 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| White | 354 | 313 | 41 |
| Two More | 33 | 28 | 5 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3815 Otter St, Bristol, PA
- 215-785-0111
- School Website
- Admission Page
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