Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing

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Wilkes Barre, PA
(570) 822-6539
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What Are the Key Stats for Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing?

Total Enrollment

85

Program Completions

38

Last reported year

Acceptance Rate

79.3%

Average Net Price

$19,937

After financial aid

How Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing Compares

Below the typical trade-college median at 85 students, Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing operates on a smaller scale. A 43% retention rate provides outcome data. For hands-on programs in particular, smaller schools often deliver tighter feedback loops than their larger peers.

Where is Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing

38 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901

Is Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing Accredited?

We found no current institutional accreditation record for this school in the U.S. Department of Education's database as of October 2026. Confirm its accreditation directly with the school.

Program accreditation

  • Nursing: practical nursing programs โ€” Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), as of October 2026. Reported by accrediting agencies; not audited.

Explore Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing

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Admissions

Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing accepts 79.3% of applicants, offering accessible admission for qualified students. Prospective students typically need to provide letters of recommendation. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 7 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing enrolls 85 students. The student body is 87.1% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 43% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing maintains a 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 43% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. With very high enrollment intensity, students engage deeply in their studies and campus activities.

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Programs

Wilkes-Barre Area Career and Technical Center Practical Nursing offers programs in 1 different fields of study. Popular programs include Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. In 2025, the college awarded 38 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

After financial aid, the average net price is $19,937. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC LESS THAN 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level LESS THAN 2 YEARS
Degree Granting No

Contact Information

Address
350 Jumper Rd
Wilkes Barre, PA, 18705-0699
Administrator
Dr. Anthony Guariglia
Administrative Director

Cost Information

Tuition and fees for the full program
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 13 months $24,150
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 13 months $2,150
Other costs for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (2024-25)
  • Books and supplies $2,000
  • Housing and food (off campus) $13,650
Estimated total for the 13-month program $48,900 Tuition and fees, books, housing and other expenses
Cost and financial aid details

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 02529800
EIN: 231701201
IPEDS ID: 365383
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