Vet Tech Institute
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Vet Tech Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with approximately 183 undergraduate students enrolled. Vet Tech Institute has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,531 per year. Typical graduates earn $26,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $12,292 median debt at graduation is genuinely low and manageable, but median earnings of $26,700 a decade out mean you'll likely be working hard to stay financially comfortable in a field you love. This is a worth considering if you're passionate about veterinary technology and want a small, focused program (just 199 students) in Pittsburgh — but go in clear-eyed that vet tech salaries are modest nationwide, not just at this school. Before enrolling, ask hard questions about job placement rates and whether graduates are landing full-time roles with benefits.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (183 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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