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Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 850 Greenfield Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 · Phone: (800) 622-5443 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jul 2025 · Other · Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a private non-profit trade school in Lancaster, PA offering radiology, EMT, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by ACEN, CCNE, and JRCERT.
The state average completion rate is 66.2%, though this campus's own rate is not reported for this campus in federal data; per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $25,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $86,881.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 55.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $56,430 | $76,050 | $82,080 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,480 | $43,310 | $47,480 |
| Surgical technologists | $47,130 | $62,680 | $72,020 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | 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
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a private non-profit trade and career campus in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards 9 program families total, with the largest enrollments in radiology and sonography programs, EMT and paramedic training, and surgical technologist programs.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate is 66.2%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $25,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $86,881. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 55.0% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need.
With 83 trade-program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 1,280, and programs spanning radiology, EMT, surgical technology, and medical assisting, this campus may suit both traditional students and career changers pursuing clinical health roles, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Applicants weighing fit should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers 9 program families, with the largest programs in radiology and sonography (53 completers), EMT and paramedic training (15), and surgical technologist programs (9).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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 here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate is 66.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $25,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $86,881, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 (800) 622-5443 or visit its website for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school, a status that generally ties institutional revenue to educational mission rather than shareholder returns, which can affect pricing and aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACEN, CCNE, and JRCERT, and review completion, debt, and earnings data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442356.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules, so fit for adult career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements after program completion are not reported in the available data; contact the school for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences at (800) 622-5443 or through its website, https://www.pacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against nearby schools is not reported in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442356 can be used to compare similar 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.