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Western Area Career & Technology Center
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 688 Western Avenue, Canonsburg, PA 15317 · Phone: 7247462890162 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Western Area Career & Technology Center is a public trade school in Canonsburg, PA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the state average completion rate is 66.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,189; this campus's own completion rate and graduate debt are not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Western Area Career & Technology Center is $13,612, and federal financial aid can be used here; 79.5% 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 |
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 | 6 | $44,778 | not reported | $16,500 |
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
Western Area Career & Technology Center is a public trade school in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by students who qualify. The campus's primary program family is practical nursing, with LPN / LVN programs listed as its top offering, and six students completing that program in the most recent reporting period. Total undergraduate enrollment at this campus is 23 students, reflecting its status as a small, focused training site in a fringe rural locale.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 66.2% for comparable programs, though this specific campus's completion rate and how it compares to that average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $43,189. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $13,612, and 79.5% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need.
This campus may suit students interested in a short, focused LPN training pathway rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should independently confirm program schedules and licensing requirements by contacting the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, prospective students can consult the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Western Area Career & Technology Center offers LPN / LVN programs, listed as its top program family with six completers reported.
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 66.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates 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 $43,189 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $13,612.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and different accountability structures compared to for-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 at (724) 746-2890 or visit wactc.net for schedule details.
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 federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so this fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to discuss options for career changers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Western Area Career & Technology Center by phone at (724) 746-2890 or visit their website at wactc.net for application information.
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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.