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Private Nonprofit2-year

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2336
Nationally
#119
In Pennsylvania
96%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$9,672
Annual Tuition
per year
145
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2336 nationally
#119 in Pennsylvania
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability58
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth37

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With 145 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 96%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $9,672, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $21,863 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate96%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
28
Applied
27
Admitted
19
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$9,672/yr
Room & Board$10,150/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$22,422/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$9,672↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$21,863
$30,001 – $48,000$17,118
$48,001 – $75,000$18,614
$75,001 – $110,000$25,644
Over $110,000$26,133
Student Body
145
Total Undergrads
86% F / 14% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 66%
Hispanic 3%
Black 23%
Asian 3%
Two or more 3%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($9,672/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (96% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Small campus environment (145 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $21,863/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$21,863
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#119
in Pennsylvania out of 7+ colleges
#2336
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.