Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center

Altoona, PA·Public·www.gactc.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center is a public college in Altoona, PA. Ski resorts are within 17 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

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Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

17 miles

Blue Knob →

Weather

Cold Climate

43°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Blue Knob

Pennsylvania

17 mi away

400 skiable acres6 lifts

Tussey Mountain Ski Area

Pennsylvania

38 mi away

38 skiable acres5 lifts

Laurel Mountain

Pennsylvania

47 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Altoona, PA

Station: ALTOONA 3 W · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

93/100

Very Safe

100/100

Personal

assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence

100/100

Property

burglary, vehicle theft, arson

64/100

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.

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Fields of Study

25 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate

63 grads/yr$56,217

Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsCertificate

21 grads/yr$37,853

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsCertificate

17 grads/yr

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)Certificate

12 grads/yr$37,982

Precision Metal WorkingCertificate

6 grads/yr$50,007

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

ProgramCredentialGrads/yrEarnings (4yr)

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

Certificate63 grads$56,217

Certificate

$56,217

Precision Metal Working

Certificate6 grads$50,007

Certificate

$50,007

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)

Certificate12 grads$37,982

Certificate

$37,982

Dental Support Services and Allied Professions

Certificate21 grads$37,853

Certificate

$37,853

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions

Certificate17 grads

Certificate

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Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

Certificate6 grads

Certificate

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Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians

Certificate2 grads

Certificate

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Electrical and Power Transmission Installers

Certificate1 grads

Certificate

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Woodworking

Certificate1 grads

Certificate

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Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other

Certificate— grads

Certificate

—

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 Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center located?

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center is located in Altoona, PA. The main campus address is 1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, PA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center the right fit for me?

Whether Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Altoona, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type: Public
Location: Altoona, PA
Size: Under 1,000
Degrees Offered: Certificates
School Year Weather: Cold · 43°F avg
On Campus Safety Score: 93/100
Nearest Airport: Altoona, PA (AOO) · 15 mialso JST (27 mi), SCE (37 mi)

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Altoona, 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.