by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 10 schools in Pennsylvania to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of construction trades. Combined, these schools handed out 739 associate degrees in construction trades to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
The construction trades associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality construction trades program can vary widely even among the top schools. To make it into this list, a school must excel in the following areas.
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To take this into account we include a school's overall Best Colleges ranking which itself looks at a host of different factors like degree completion, educational resources, student body caliber and post-graduation earnings for the school as a whole.
Average early-career salary of those graduating with their associate degree is one indicator we use in our analysis to find the schools that offer the highest-quality education. That is, everyone wants their associate degree to be worth something, and salaries are one measure of determining that.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for construction trades students working on their associate degree.
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Construction Trades Associate Degree Schools in Pennsylvania list, to help you choose the best school for you.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in construction trades.
Community College of Allegheny County is a wonderful option for individuals interested in an associate degree in construction trades. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, CCAC is a public college with a large student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Community College of Allegheny County
Pennsylvania College of Technology is a good option for individuals interested in an associate degree in construction trades. Located in the small city of Williamsport, Penn College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Pennsylvania College of Technology
It's difficult to beat Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology if you want to pursue an associate degree in construction trades. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a small public college located in the small city of Lancaster.More information about a associate in construction trades from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Johnson College is a good decision for students pursuing an associate degree in construction trades. Located in the small city of Scranton, Johnson College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Johnson College
Triangle Tech - Bethlehem is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Bethlehem.More information about a associate in construction trades from Triangle Tech - Bethlehem
Located in the town of New Castle, New Castle School of Trades is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from New Castle School of Trades
Located in the large suburb of Greensburg, Triangle Tech - Greensburg is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Triangle Tech - Greensburg
Rosedale Technical College is a fairly small private not-for-profit college located in the suburb of Pittsburgh.More information about a associate in construction trades from Rosedale Technical College
Located in the rural area of Falls Creek, Triangle Tech - Dubois is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Triangle Tech - Dubois
Located in the city of Pittsburgh, Triangle Tech - Pittsburgh is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in construction trades from Triangle Tech - Pittsburgh
Explore all the Best Construction Trades Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 36 | 321 |
| New Jersey | 35 | 44 |
| Maryland | 33 | 54 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical & Power Transmission Installers | 472 |
| Building Management & Inspection | 131 |
| Carpentry | 100 |
| Masonry | 20 |
| Plumbing & Water Supply | 15 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanic & Repair Technologies | 891 |
| Personal & Culinary Services | 366 |
| Precision Production | 337 |
| Transportation & Materials Moving | 73 |