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Orleans Technical College
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private non-profit career college
Address: 2770 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114 · Phone: (215) 728-4700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Orleans Technical College is a private non-profit trade school in Philadelphia, PA, offering electrician, construction trades, and HVAC programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Orleans Technical College has a 90.0% completion rate, above the Pennsylvania average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,521 and median earnings of $38,668 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Orleans Technical College is $26,587, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants is accepted, and 50.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $45,600 | $67,600 | $95,500 |
| Construction laborers | $37,480 | $49,400 | $61,810 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $45,970 | $62,400 | $74,620 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $46,770 | $68,080 | $91,820 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 89 | $36,391 | $33,192 | $7,521 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 71 | $36,436 | $36,344 | $7,521 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 50 | $27,522 | $24,532 | $7,521 |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $26,860 | $25,967 | $7,521 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | $24,204 | $24,615 | $7,521 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Orleans Technical College is a private non-profit trade school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV), including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards programs primarily in the trades, with the largest concentrations in electrician schools, construction trades programs, and HVAC schools, drawing from a total of five program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.0%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,521, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,668. The annual cost of attendance is $26,587, and 50.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Total trade program completers number 258, out of an undergraduate enrollment of 340.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on trade training in fields like electrical work, construction, and HVAC, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not detailed here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Adults changing careers should reach out to Orleans Technical College to ask about program length, format, and licensing requirements tied to their trade of interest. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Orleans Technical College offers programs across five program families, with the largest enrollments in electrician schools, construction trades programs, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.0%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,521, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,668, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $26,587.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Orleans Technical College is a private non-profit school; this classification can affect tuition structure, mission, and eligibility for certain aid programs, though details are not provided here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (215) 728-4700 or visit orleanstech.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?214528.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows hands-on trade programs in electrical, construction, and HVAC fields, but specific fit for career changers, including schedule flexibility, is not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask about requirements tied to specific trade programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Orleans Technical College at (215) 728-4700 or visit https://www.orleanstech.edu/ to learn about the application process.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?214528 to compare institutions directly.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.