- Widely known and respected as Lincoln Technical Institute since its founding in 1946 as a post-war job skill training source, Lincoln Tech has consistently responded to employer needs and the changing times. By always looking for ways to grow and keeping up with technology, we have achieved a strong mix of programs that provide a wide variety of in-demand career training opportunities.
School Highlights
Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia serves 338 students (70% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 92%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 94%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
27 staff
58 staff
Number of Programs Offered
3
21
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia diversity score of 0.76 is more than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
338 students
344 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
# Full-Time Students
235 students
241 students
# Part-Time Students
103 students
103 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
380 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
235 students
241 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
103 students
103 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
4%
% Asian
38%
14%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
19%
10%
% White
6%
8%
% Hawaiian
14%
52%
% Two or more races
18%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
2%
7%
Diversity Score
0.76
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4834%
0.658%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4973%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,400
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,250
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$6,111
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Lincoln Tech offers short-term, career-focused programs that span many different subject areas. The college has campuses located in Philadelphia and Allentown, PA, Columbia, MD, Grand Prairie, TX, Indianapolis, IN, Melrose Park, IL, or Mahwah and Union, NJ. At Lincoln Tech's Philadelphia Campus the focus is to better prepare and train our students to be qualified and knowledgeable automotive technicians. To achieve this, we offer hands-on training from industry experienced instructors. Lincoln Technical Institute has been in Philadelphia area since 1962. Our programs have gained industry recognition for turning out well-trained, job-ready individuals. Our location in Philadelphia also allows our students to take advantage of a wide variety of internships and post graduation opportunities in high-end dealerships. In addition, we offer two Associate Degree programs in Service Management for those looking to take their training to the next level. With morning, afternoon and evening classes, and convenient public transportation options, there are several ways to put together a schedule that fits your needs. Lincoln Tech career training programs currently offered at the Philadelphia Campus: Automotive Technology and Automotive Service Management. Our Automotive Division offers hands-on training programs in Automotive and Diesel Technology. Our Skilled Trades Division offers a variety of programs including HVAC, Drafting and CAD, and Electronic Systems Technician (EST). Our Information Technology (IT) Division includes training in PC Support, Networking, and Web Programming. Our Allied Health Division offers Healthcare training programs for a Medical Assistant or Medical Administrative Assistant. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT).
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia often compared to?
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What is Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia's ranking?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Diversity in US community colleges.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln Technical Institute-Philadelphia located?
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