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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology
Willow Grove, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 3075 Terwood Rd, Willow Grove, PA 19090 · Phone: (215) 784-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern Center for Arts and Technology is a public trade school in Willow Grove, PA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,200 and median earnings of $56,446 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology is $29,508, federal financial aid can be used here, and 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 65 | $55,673 | $48,041 | $9,950 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology is a public trade and career campus in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, located in a large suburb setting. The school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid. Its primary program family is LPN / LVN programs, with 65 completers recorded in federal data and one program family offered overall.
Federal outcome data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the state average of 66.2%, placing this campus above the state average. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,200, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $56,446. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,508, and 27.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Undergraduate enrollment across the campus totals 180 students.
This campus centers on a single practical nursing pathway, which may suit students seeking a focused, career-specific credential rather than a broad associate degree experience. Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants weighing a career change should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify current accreditation standing and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the information below.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology offers LPN / LVN programs, with 65 completers reported in federal data. This is the only program family listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, with accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, compared to a state average of 66.2%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $11,200.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $56,446.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,508.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower relative costs and government oversight compared to for-profit institutions, though specific tuition should be confirmed directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (215) 784-4800 or via https://www.eastech.org/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?375966, and confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a focused LPN / LVN pathway with a high reported completion rate, which may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern Center for Arts and Technology at (215) 784-4800 or through its website at https://www.eastech.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby LPN programs is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across schools directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.