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Great Lakes Institute of Technology
Erie, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509 · Phone: (814) 864-6666 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Great Lakes Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering cosmetology, LPN, and radiology programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 63.7% completion rate, near the state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $11,250 and median earnings of $28,704 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Great Lakes Institute of Technology is $23,028, federal aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 71.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $56,430 | $76,050 | $82,080 |
| Dental assistants | $38,040 | $47,930 | $56,840 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,130 | $62,680 | $72,020 |
| Massage therapists | $31,000 | $58,300 | $77,590 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,520 | $27,990 | $33,180 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $17,460 | $18,600 | $11,906 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $32,394 | $38,649 | $17,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $41,426 | not reported | $19,628 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $22,409 | $22,130 | $10,403 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $32,394 | $38,649 | $17,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $15,125 | $21,234 | $9,499 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $21,583 | $21,052 | $11,138 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | $17,460 | $18,600 | $11,906 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $17,460 | $18,600 | $11,906 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $17,460 | $18,600 | $11,906 |
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
Great Lakes Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards 10 program families, most commonly cosmetology schools, LPN/LVN programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 63.7%, described as near the state average of 66.2% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,704. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,028, and 71.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student population.
With 335 undergraduates and 171 trade completers reported, this campus appears sized for cohort-based, hands-on programs typical of cosmetology, nursing-support, and imaging fields rather than large-scale associate degree operations. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants weighing a career change should confirm schedules and clinical hour requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the school's federal outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school by phone or through its website is the most reliable way to get current tuition, start dates, and admissions requirements, since not all operational details are captured in the federal dataset used for this listing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Great Lakes Institute of Technology offers 10 program families, most notably cosmetology schools, LPN/LVN programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.7%, which is near the state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $11,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,704.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,028.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and how financial aid dollars are used compared with public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (814) 864-6666 or via its website to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?213181.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; the school should be contacted directly for scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Great Lakes Institute of Technology by phone at (814) 864-6666 or through its website at https://www.glit.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.