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Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

Pittsburgh, PA·Private nonprofit·145 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 145 students.

96%
Accept
145
Students
$19,666
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
$50,400
Earnings
10 yr
$12,000
Debt

About This School

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing is a private nonprofit institution located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with approximately 145 undergraduate students enrolled. Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,666 per year. Typical graduates earn $50,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

Worth considering if you want an affordable, focused nursing education — graduates carry just $12,000 in median debt, which is exceptionally low compared to most programs. The 96% acceptance rate means admission isn't highly selective, so the rigor will depend on your own drive once you're in. Median earnings of $50,400 at 10 years are modest but reasonable for a nursing career launched from a small, career-focused program in Pittsburgh.

Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$12,886
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,886
Avg Net Price
$19,666
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants38%
Median debt at graduation$12,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White66%
Black23%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (145 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing

4900 Friendship Ave

Pittsburgh, PA 15224

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Important Caveats
  • 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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