Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

What Pennsylvania Institute of Technology does

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology (P.I.T.) is a private, not-for-profit post-secondary institution founded in 1950 by Walter R. Garrison and headquartered on a single campus in Media, Pennsylvania, in the Delaware Valley region. The institution serves approximately 51-100 employees and a student body seeking career-focused credentials. P.I.T. offers a focused portfolio of 12 two-year associate degrees, 3 bachelor's degrees, and 4 one-year career certificates, delivered through on-campus, hybrid (ePIT), and 100% online modalities. Its program mix emphasizes allied health (Practical Nursing, Clinical Medical Assistant, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Neurodiagnostic Technology), business administration, general studies, and a differentiated cannabis-studies vertical (Cannabis Business, Cannabis Health Therapy, Cannabis Horticulture). The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program holds CAAHEP programmatic accreditation, and the institution holds Middle States regional accreditation.

The college operates a traditional direct-to-consumer higher-education enrollment model: prospective students interact via website, in-person information sessions, open houses, and campus tours, with recruitment concentrated in the Delaware Valley. Coursework is delivered through the Canvas LMS, with the proprietary FlexPIT platform enabling blended live-and-recorded online instruction. Revenue is derived almost entirely from tuition and fees across these programs, supplemented by institutional administration of federal and state financial aid (Pell Grants, FSEOG, PHEAA grants, federal loans, and the federal TRIO-SSS grant program); 96% of students reportedly receive financial aid.

P.I.T.'s primary customer segments are Associate Degree Seekers (primary), Bachelor's Degree Seekers, Certificate Program Students (in workforce-entry credentials such as Autopsy Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant, Neurodiagnostic Technology, and Practical Nursing), and TRIO-SSS Participants (income-eligible, first-generation, and disabled students). Career-services partnerships with Handshake and AfterCollege and transfer articulation agreements with more than 10 regional four-year institutions (Drexel, Temple, Penn State, Widener, Jefferson, Rutgers-Camden, Rowan, Bloomsburg, Alvernia, Jones International, Delaware Valley College) extend the student lifecycle beyond enrollment. Student support infrastructure includes free tutoring, job placement assistance, transfer coaching, mental-health resources, library services, and a senior-citizen 65+ tuition waiver.

Name

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Legal name

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Website

https://pit.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a private, not-for-profit junior college in Media, Pennsylvania, serving Delaware Valley students through 12 associate degrees, 3 bachelor's degrees, and 4 career certificates in allied health, business, and cannabis studies, with 96% of students receiving financial aid.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education / Technical Career Training

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (61121), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Private/Independent Community & Junior Colleges (EDAHADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD), Institutes of Technology (IoT / Technical Universities) (EDAHAEAC)

Keywords

• Higher education programs
• Associate degree programs
• Career certificate training
• Healthcare career education
• Online learning platforms

Headquarters

HQ city

Media

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue from student tuition for associate, bachelor, and certificate programs. Additional fees for specific programs and services.
2. Financial Aid Administration: Institutional management of federal and state financial aid including Pell Grants, FSEOG, PHEAA grants, and student loans.
3. Cannabis Studies Programs: Specialized tuition revenue from cannabis-focused degree programs in business, health therapy, and horticulture.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a private not-for-profit junior college offering 12 two-year associate degrees, 3 bachelor's degrees, and 4 one-year career certificate programs, delivered through on-campus, hybrid (ePIT), and fully online modalities. Core programs include Allied Health (Practical Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Clinical Medical Assistant), Business Administration, Cannabis Studies, and general technical fields, with flexible scheduling supported by the proprietary FlexPIT platform and Canvas LMS.

Product overview

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a not-for-profit educational institution offering a portfolio of 12 two-year associate degrees, 3 bachelor's degrees, and 4 career certificate programs. The institution's core products include specialized healthcare programs (Practical Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Clinical Medical Assistant), business programs, and unique Cannabis Studies tracks (Business, Health Therapy, Horticulture). Programs are delivered through multiple modalities: traditional on-campus, 100% online, and hybrid (ePIT) combining in-person and online instruction. The FlexPIT platform enables flexible online learning with live instruction options and recorded content. The institution provides comprehensive student support services including tutoring, career placement via Handshake and AfterCollege partnerships, and library resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Associate Degree Programs Twelve two-year associate degree programs including Business Administration, Allied Health tracks (Clinical Medical Assistant, Practical Nursing, Pre-Nursing), Cannabis Studies, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, General Studies, Health Care Management with Coding Academy, Health Science, and Psychology and Behavioral Health, designed for students seeking career entry or transfer to four-year institutions.
• Bachelor's Degree Programs Three bachelor's degree programs: B.S. Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Cannabis Business, and Bachelor of Health Science, for students seeking advanced career credentials or specialized industry training.
• Career Certificate Programs Four one-year career certificate programs: Autopsy Technician, Clinical Medical Assistant, Neurodiagnostic Technology, and Practical Nursing, designed for students seeking quick credentials for specialized technical employment.
• Online Programs Fully online degree and certificate programs offering flexible distance learning options for students unable to attend on-campus classes.
• Hybrid (ePIT) Programs Blended e-learning option (ePIT) combining approximately 90 minutes of weekly in-class learning with online activities, providing maximum scheduling flexibility for working students.
• Cannabis Studies Programs Three cannabis-focused academic tracks: Cannabis Business (A.S. and Bachelor), Cannabis Health Therapy, and Cannabis Horticulture, plus hands-on grow tent education, providing specialized training for the cannabis industry.
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program CAAHEP-accredited associate degree program in diagnostic medical sonography with a competitive application process, preparing students for diagnostic imaging careers.
• Practical Nursing Program Twelve-month day program with two cohorts admitted annually (January and July), housed in the Walter R. Garrison College of Nursing, preparing students for licensed practical nursing careers.
• FlexPIT Online Learning Platform Proprietary online course scheduling platform combining live online instruction with recorded class sessions, allowing students to attend in real-time or view recordings at their convenience, with instructor virtual office hours for one-on-one support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 96% of students receive financial aid
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority)minorOthersPublic transportation partnership providing students access to campus via Media/Elwyn rail line, 101 trolley, and bus routes 110 and 118. Students can access schedules and route information through P.I.T. website.
• HandshakecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHandshake partnership provides P.I.T. students and graduates access to job postings, internship opportunities, career fairs, and employer connections. Students can build profiles, upload resumes, and connect with employers through the platform.
• AfterCollege, Inc.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer Network partnership providing P.I.T. students and alumni with job search tools, internship access, company following capabilities, and professional profile building. No fee for employers to post to the network.
• Jones International CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner allowing P.I.T. students to transfer credits toward four-year degree completion.
• Drexel UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Temple UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Widener UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Alvernia CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Bloomsburg UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Penn State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Rowan UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.
• Rutgers University-CamdenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer articulation agreement partner for student transfer to four-year degrees.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Montgomery County Community College: Public community college serving Montgomery County, PA with associate degrees, healthcare, and online programs. Comparable offerings to P.I.T. but located in the adjacent county; competes for the same regional student pipeline.
• Harrisburg Area Community College: Largest community college in Pennsylvania, offering a broad catalog of associate degrees, certificates, and online programs. Represents a scaled-up version of the P.I.T. model and a key competitive threat for online adult learners across the state.
• Camden County College: Public community college in Blackwood, New Jersey serving the greater Philadelphia/Delaware Valley region. Offers similar associate and certificate programs and competes for cross-river students in the same labor market.
• Lackawanna College: Private, independent college in Scranton, Pennsylvania offering associate, bachelor's, and certificate programs including healthcare tracks. Comparable private junior-college model and career-technical orientation, though operating in a different PA region.
• Bucks County Community College: Public community college in Bucks County, Pennsylvania offering associate degrees, certificates, and online programs. Comparable program mix to P.I.T. and competes for students in the broader southeastern Pennsylvania market.

Direct peers

• Harcum College: Private, independent two-year college in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania offering associate degrees with a similar career-focused mission. Closest comparable in terms of private non-profit status, size, regional scope, and emphasis on Allied Health and professional programs.
• Community College of Philadelphia: Large public community college serving the Philadelphia metropolitan area with associate degrees, healthcare, and workforce programs. Directly competes with P.I.T. for healthcare, business, and adult-learner enrollments in the same geographic market.
• Delaware County Community College: Public community college located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania — the same county as P.I.T.'s Media campus. Offers associate degrees and certificates with substantially lower tuition, making it the most direct head-to-head competitor for the same Delaware Valley student population.
• Peirce College: Private, career-focused college in Philadelphia offering associate, bachelor's, and certificate programs with a strong online and adult-learner orientation. Comparable to P.I.T. in size, modality mix (online/hybrid), and target population of working adults in the Delaware Valley.

Broad incumbents

• Thomas Edison State University: New Jersey-based public university specializing in adult, online, and flexible-degree learners with associate, bachelor's, and certificate programs. Overlaps with P.I.T.'s FlexPIT-driven adult-learner value proposition at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/PITedu
• Facebookfacebook.com/208188214368
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-institute-of-techno
• Instagraminstagram.com/pit_edu

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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