Academic Programs & Learning

Student success metrics and academic quality indicators for Penn Commercial Business/Technical School in Washington, PA.

What About Academic Quality?

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

5:1

Average students per faculty member

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Full-Time Retention

90%

Students continuing to second year

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Understanding Academic Quality Metrics

Student-Faculty Ratio: A ratio of 5:1 means there are approximately 5 students for every faculty member. This low ratio typically allows for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes.

Retention Rates: These show the percentage of students who return for their second year. Higher retention rates typically indicate student satisfaction, academic support, and program quality.

Graduation Rate Survey Cohort: 51% of entering students are tracked for graduation outcomes.

Who Teaches Here?

Total Teaching Staff
26
Instructional faculty
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
5:1
Students per instructor

Academic Ranks

Instructors & Lecturers 26

Understanding Faculty Composition

Penn Commercial Business/Technical School's teaching staff of 26 includes faculty at various academic ranks. Tenured professors make up 0% of instructional staff. The mix of ranked faculty and instructors supports diverse learning experiences.

What Is the Academic Load?

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Analysis

430
Total FTE
430
Undergraduate FTE

FTE Analysis

Study Intensity:162.3% FTE ratio indicates students are primarily full-time

Academic Load: FTE represents the equivalent of full-time students based on credit hours, helping compare institutional capacity regardless of part-time enrollment.

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) measures the total student enrollment at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School by converting part-time students into a full-time equivalent count.

How Intensively Do Students Study?

Student Enrollment Intensity

The Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) ratio shows the average course load intensity. An FTE ratio of 1.0 means all students attend full-time, while lower values indicate more part-time enrollment.

162.3%
FTE Ratio
Intensity LevelVery High

Nearly all students attend full-time, indicating a traditional, immersive academic environment with full-time commitment.

Undergraduate FTE
430
Total FTE
430
Headcount
265

FTE represents student enrollment adjusted for course load. Two half-time students equal 1 FTE.

FTE Ratio Scale

< 0.5
Low
0.5-0.65
Mod-Low
0.65-0.8
Moderate
0.8-0.95
High
≥ 0.95
Very High

Penn Commercial Business/Technical School has an enrollment intensity of 1.62, reflecting the proportion of full-time to part-time students. This can signal the pace and rigor of available programs.

Academic Support & Resources

Academic Advising

Students have access to academic advisors who can help with course selection, degree planning, and career guidance. Contact the admissions office to learn about advising services.

Student Success Services

Many institutions offer tutoring, study groups, and academic success workshops. These resources help students develop study skills and overcome academic challenges.

For detailed information about academic support services, tutoring hours, and learning resources, contact Penn Commercial Business/Technical School directly at 7242225330 or visit their website .

Key Academic Highlights

  • Student-to-faculty ratio of 5:1 supports personalized learning
  • 26 instructional staff
  • Primarily full-time enrollment creates immersive learning environment

Ready to Learn More About Academics at Penn Commercial Business/Technical School?

Contact the admissions office to discuss academic programs, support services, and learning options.

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