Campus Identity
Western Area Career & Technology Center is a public college in Canonsburg, PA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Western Area Career & Technology Center is a public college in Canonsburg, PA. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Western Area Career & Technology Center is a under 1,000, rural school. The campus is 24 miles from Oglebay Resort.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Rural setting
Weather
Cold Climate
45°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Western Area Career & Technology Center students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Oglebay Resort, 24 miles away. All are within 53 miles of campus.
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Canonsburg, PA
Canonsburg has a cool climate, with winters averaging 28°F in Jan and summers peaking around 73°F in Jul.
Station: WASHINGTON 3 NE · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Western Area Career & Technology Center in PA earns a composite safety score of 89/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
1 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 Western Area Career & Technology Center located?
Western Area Career & Technology Center is located in Canonsburg, PA. The main campus address is 688 Western Avenue, Canonsburg, PA. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
Is Western Area Career & Technology Center the right fit for me?
Whether Western Area Career & Technology Center is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($8,066/year after aid), campus culture in Canonsburg, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Western Area Career & Technology Center against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Western Area Career & Technology Center directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Canonsburg, PA
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 45°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 89/100
- Nearest Airport
- Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) · 16 mialso AGC (18 mi), HLG (22 mi)
Location
Canonsburg, PA