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Somerset County Technology Center
Somerset, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 281 Technology Dr, Somerset, PA 15501 · Phone: 81444336516156 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Somerset County Technology Center is a public trade school in Somerset, PA offering LPN/LVN, CDL truck driving, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Somerset County Technology Center has an 87.0% completion rate, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $37,558, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Somerset County Technology Center is $20,610, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid programs. About 30.0% 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 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $43,560 | $58,580 | $65,830 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $34,639 | $31,839 | $11,586 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Somerset County Technology Center is a public trade and career-training campus in Somerset, PA, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid. The campus offers four program families, with its top programs being LPN / LVN programs, CDL / truck driving schools, and cosmetology schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 87.0%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, based on 31 trade completers out of 59 undergraduate students. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,558. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,610, and 30.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because the program mix combines shorter career-focused training (CDL, cosmetology) with longer clinical preparation (LPN), the campus can suit both people seeking a fast entry into a trade and those pursuing a more structured healthcare credential; whether specific programs fit an adult career-changer's schedule is not detailed in the data provided, so contacting the school directly is recommended. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review the school's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since program-level costs, licensing requirements, and schedules can change and are not fully captured in this summary.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Somerset County Technology Center offers four program families, with the top programs being LPN / LVN programs, CDL / truck driving schools, and cosmetology schools. It also lists esthetician training among its offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and its accreditation status is 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 FAFSA-based aid including 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 87.0%, compared to a Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, placing this campus above the state average based on 31 completers out of 59 students.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,558 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $20,610.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically affects tuition rates and eligibility for certain state and federal funding compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at its listed phone number or website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a mix of shorter programs like CDL training and cosmetology alongside longer LPN preparation, which may suit varying schedules, but specific fit for adult career-changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Somerset County Technology Center by phone at 81444336516156 or visit its website at https://sctc.net/ 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 this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.