Peirce College

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$12,148

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

10.0%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

799

In-state tuition

$15,060

Out-of-state tuition

$15,060

Cost of attendance

$18,660

Median earnings (10y)

$50,660

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
75.0%
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

7 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (31%), health (24%), humanities & arts (20%).

  • STEM13%
  • Health24%
  • Business31%
  • Humanities & arts20%
  • Social sciences9%
  • Trades & services4%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's82$50,107$43,500
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's63
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Bachelor's63$41,043$45,119
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's56$66,594
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Bachelor's39$49,569$52,829
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's38$46,440
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate37$31,750
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's37$45,062
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate36
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Master's33
Legal Support Services.Bachelor's31$36,348$47,341
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's30$41,555
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's14
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management.Undergraduate certificate14
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's14$47,491$44,631
Human Resources Management and Services.Bachelor's11
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's10
Human Services, General.Bachelor's10
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's9
Legal Support Services.Undergraduate certificate7
Management Information Systems and Services.Bachelor's7
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Graduate certificate6
Human Resources Management and Services.Undergraduate certificate5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Peirce College

Peirce College is a small institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 799 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Liberal arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Peirce College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,148 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $15,060 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,660 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 10.0%, a below-average completion outcome. 75.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $50,660 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Peirce College confers degrees and certificates across 7 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (31% of credentials), health (24% of credentials), humanities & arts (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (city), Peirce College draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Peirce College

Q.How much does Peirce College cost?

The average net price at Peirce College is $12,148 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,660.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Peirce College?

Peirce College has a 6-year graduation rate of 10.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Peirce College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Peirce College graduate earns $50,660 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Peirce College?

Published tuition is $15,060 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Peirce College located?

Peirce College is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19103).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Peirce College at their official website.