Porter & Chester Institute
Porter & Chester Institute is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Bridgeport, CT. It offers 11 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 (3/26/1972 - Current).
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,373 students attended Porter & Chester Institute in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 68 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 59 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 135 (full-time) and 64 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Porter & Chester Institute is 45% and the retention rate is 49% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,373 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 45% |
| Number of Faculty | 127 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Porter & Chester Institute is $15,856
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
67% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $2,687 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,856 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Amount | $2,687 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Porter & Chester Institute offers 11 career programs for 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, 1,165 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Years Certificate | 11 | 0 | 1,165 |
| Total | 11 | 0 | 1,165 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Porter & Chester Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 1,165 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 19 completers |
| Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD | ✕ | 19 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 348 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 289 |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | ✕ | 59 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 263 completers |
| Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair | ✕ | 4 |
| Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 162 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 97 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 43 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 43 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 458 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 114 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 175 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 169 |
| Total | 1,165 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,373 students have enrolled into Porter & Chester Institute. By gender, 906 male and 467 female students are attending the school.
There are 293 White (21.34%), 428 Black/African American (31.17%), 404 Hispanic (29.42%), 28 Asian (2.04%), and 623 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,373 | 906 | 467 |
| American Indian/Native American | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Asian | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Black/African American | 428 | 254 | 174 |
| Hispanic | 404 | 256 | 148 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 293 | 229 | 64 |
| Two More | 74 | 50 | 24 |
| Un-Known | 136 | 87 | 49 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 156 Boston Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
- 860-529-2519
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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