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Penn Commercial Business/Technical School
Washington, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 242 Oak Spring Road, Washington, PA 15301 · Phone: (724) 222-5330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is a private for-profit trade school in Washington, PA offering CDL truck driving, LPN, and esthetician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Penn Commercial has an 84.1% completion rate, above the state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $11,638 and median earnings of $31,736 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 41.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,560 | $58,580 | $65,830 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,520 | $27,990 | $33,180 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,010 | $43,910 | $47,370 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,510 | $52,900 | $61,920 |
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 68 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $41,769 | $33,993 | $15,389 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | $18,686 | $21,312 | $7,638 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $34,890 | $25,194 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $18,686 | $21,312 | $7,638 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 25 | $18,686 | $21,312 | $7,638 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 21 | not reported | $30,409 | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $36,042 | $34,704 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $27,617 | $24,421 | not reported |
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
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is a private for-profit trade school in Washington, PA, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers 10 program families, with the most-awarded credentials in CDL / truck driving (68 completions), LPN / LVN programs (40), and Esthetician training (34).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.1%, above the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,638, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,736. About 41.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its mix of short career-training programs like CDL and esthetician training alongside longer LPN training, this campus may suit both quick-entry job seekers and those pursuing healthcare licensure, including adult career-changers, though fit should be confirmed directly with the school since program length and format details beyond credential type are not specified here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the ACCSC and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Penn Commercial offers 10 program families, with the most completions in CDL / truck driving (68), LPN / LVN programs (40), and Esthetician training (34).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, 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 84.1%, which is above the state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $11,638.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,736.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (724) 222-5330 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Penn Commercial is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to 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 directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and check federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?214892.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short-term programs like CDL and esthetician training and longer LPN training, which may suit career changers, but specific fit for adult learners is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program (e.g., LPN licensure, esthetician licensing) and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Penn Commercial at (724) 222-5330 or visit https://www.penncommercial.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard for other campuses in the region.
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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.