Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Online | peirce.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Located in Center City Philadelphia, Peirce College is a private institution specializing in career-focused education for working adults. The urban campus occupies a historic building on Pine Street, originally established in 1865 as Union Business College to provide business education opportunities for Civil War veterans. The college maintains a focus on professional studies, offering programs in business administration, healthcare administration, information technology, and legal studies through both on-campus and online formats. Peirce College operates primarily as a commuter campus, with courses scheduled to accommodate working professionals, and provides comprehensive student support services tailored to adult learners.
Peirce College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $660 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,376 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,636 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 56% |
| Legal Professions | 27% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 16% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=214883 IPEDS survey data for Peirce College.
Current students may use the Peirce College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024