- Pace Institute began as the training division of Professional Practice Management Association, a Reading, PA-based consulting organization founded in 1977 by Rhoda E. Dersh. To meet the expanding need for services, Pace became a licensed business school and embarked on a sustained growth curve.
School Highlights
Pace Institute serves 5 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 48%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Private-state tuition: $9,240
- Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pace Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pace Institute
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
4 staff
59 staff
Student Body
The student population of Pace Institute has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 has decreased from 65:1 over five years.
The Pace Institute diversity score of 0.54 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
5 students
461 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
5 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
54 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
% Hispanic
64%
11%
% Black
11%
15%
% White
20%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
10%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
83%
57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,200
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $9,240 is less than the state average of $17,231. The private state tuition has grown by 23% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$9,240
$17,231
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,826
$12,826
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,445
$5,500
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
- Pace Institute awards Associate in Specialized Business degrees and Associate in Specialized Technology degrees in Accounting, Business Management, Computer Programming/Network Operations, Electronic & Network Engineering Technology, Executive Secretarial Administration, Fashion & Retail Merchandising/ Business, Legal Office Assistant / Paralegal, Medical Office Assistant / Administrator and Travel and Tourism / Business. Pace Institute also offers Diploma Programs in 48 Semester Credit Programs, Administrative Office Assistant, Business Network System, Electronic Technology, Legal Secretary / Shorthand Option, Legal Secretary / Word Processing Option, Medical Office Assistant, Medical Secretary / Word Processing Option and PC Programming & Applications. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pace Institute cost?
Pace Institute's private state tuition is approximately $9,240.
What is Pace Institute's ranking?
Pace Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition.
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