Great Lakes Institute of Technology

5100 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16509
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School Highlights

Great Lakes Institute of Technology serves 477 students (71% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 76%
  • Minority enrollment: 40%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Great Lakes Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Great Lakes Institute of Technology
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
n/a
59 staff
Number of Programs Offered
12
29

Student Body

The student population of Great Lakes Institute of Technology has declined by 12% over five years.
The Great Lakes Institute of Technology diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
477 students
461 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
# Full-Time Students
338 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
139 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
477 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
338 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
139 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
5%
% Hispanic
7%
11%
% Black
13%
15%
% White
60%
52%
% Hawaiian
13%
3%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
10%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5045%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$22,700
$34,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,512
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,617
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
76%
85%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dr. Dinesh Patel, Dentist -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Great Lakes Institute of Technology?
The acceptance rate of Great Lakes Institute of Technology is 76%, which is lower than the state average of 85%.
Who are famous alumni from Great Lakes Institute of Technology?
Great Lakes Institute of Technology famous alumni include: Dr. Dinesh Patel, Dentist.
What is Great Lakes Institute of Technology's ranking?
Great Lakes Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 76%
  • Minority enrollment: 40%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Pennsylvania public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $11,723 per year for in-state students and $15,818 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $17,231 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Pennsylvania community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Pennsylvania is Westmoreland County Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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