Penn Commercial Business/Technical School

Penn Commercial Business/Technical School is a private for-profit, two-year institution located in Washington, PA. The school enrolls 461 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds an overall quality score of 61.50 out of 100. With a completion rate of 73% and a retention rate of 90% (IPEDS 2023), the school demonstrates strong student retention across its career-focused programs.

The school offers a broad range of certificate programs in healthcare, skilled trades, and design fields. Program offerings include Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Electrician, Welding Technology/Welder, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HVAC), Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General. This diverse portfolio addresses multiple high-demand career sectors.

Situated in a large suburban setting outside the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, Penn Commercial provides students access to both a close-knit campus environment and proximity to a major job market. The school's 90% retention rate stands out as a notable strength, suggesting strong student support and engagement throughout its technical and healthcare training programs.