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Rosedale Technical College
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 215 Beecham Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 · Phone: 4125216200112 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rosedale Technical College is a private non-profit trade school in Pittsburgh, PA offering auto mechanic, electrician, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Rosedale Technical College has an 80.5% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with graduates carrying $12,000 in median debt and earning $47,880 in median earnings 10 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, and 61.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,600 | $49,800 | $62,780 |
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $45,910 | $61,740 | $73,000 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,560 | $58,580 | $65,830 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $40,510 | $52,900 | $61,920 |
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
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
Rosedale Technical College is a private non-profit trade school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school awards training across 11 program families, most notably auto mechanic schools, electrician schools, and HVAC schools, with additional offerings in diesel mechanic, CDL training, and welding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.5%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates of Rosedale Technical College carry a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $47,880. About 61.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 287 trade completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 475, and a location in a large suburb setting, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, hands-first trade credentials rather than a traditional four-year path; specific program lengths and scheduling are not reported here, so adult learners and career changers should confirm fit directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rosedale Technical College offers 11 program families, with the top programs being auto mechanic schools, electrician schools, and HVAC schools. Additional offerings include diesel mechanic, CDL training, and welding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Rosedale Technical College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and its accreditation 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, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.5%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $12,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $47,880.
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 directly for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rosedale Technical College is a private non-profit institution, which typically affects tuition pricing structure and how surplus revenue is reinvested, unlike for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?215682.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported in the data, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm whether the format fits their needs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rosedale Technical College by phone at 412-521-6200 or visit their website at https://www.rosedaletech.org/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use 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.