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Community College of Allegheny County

Pittsburgh, PA·Public·https://www.ccac.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Community College of Allegheny County is a public community college in Pittsburgh, PA. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Community College of Allegheny County is a public community college in Pittsburgh, PA. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 97/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,540
In-State Tuition
+$1,062 fees
$10,620
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,243 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Weather

Warm Climate

46°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

14 mi away
Oglebay Resort

West Virginia

42 mi away
48 mi away
285 skiable acres14 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Pittsburgh, PA

30°Jan32°Feb40°Mar52°Apr62°May70°Jun75°Jul73°Aug66°Sep55°Oct44°Nov35°Dec

Station: EMSWORTH L D OHIO RIVER · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

97/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9710093
97/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
93/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$3,540$10,620
Fees
$1,062$1,243
Total
$4,602$11,863
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

109 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
484 grads/yr$43,383
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
308 grads/yr$79,497
CarpentersCertificate
195 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsAssociate's
125 grads/yr$51,099
Ground TransportationCertificate
107 grads/yr$69,453

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate24 grads$174,649
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's308 grads$79,497
Ground Transportation
Certificate107 grads$69,453
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate's15 grads$63,679
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate16 grads$63,304
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's107 grads$62,643
Computer Programming
Associate's30 grads$61,693
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's34 grads$58,905
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Associate's63 grads$57,851
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Associate's21 grads$54,047

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Community College of Allegheny County located?

Community College of Allegheny County is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The main campus address is 800 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Community College of Allegheny County?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Community College of Allegheny County charges $3,540/year for in-state students and $10,620/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $11,863/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Community College of Allegheny County's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Community College of Allegheny County the right fit for me?

Whether Community College of Allegheny County is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($10,620/year out-of-state), campus culture in Pittsburgh, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Community College of Allegheny County against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Community College of Allegheny County directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 46°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
97/100
Nearest Airport
Pittsburgh, PA (AGC) · 8 mialso PIT (12 mi), BFP (30 mi)

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.