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Overview

Peirce College is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1865, Peirce College is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International applicants are eligible to apply. Peirce College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Peirce College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Peirce College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Peirce College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Peirce College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
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Acronym
Founded 1865
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Location

Address 1420 Pine Street
Philadelphia
19102-4699 Pennsylvania
United States
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Peirce College Phone Number (215) 545 6400
Peirce College Fax Number (215) 546 5996
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Recognition and Accreditation

Peirce College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Peirce College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1971


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Peirce College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Peirce College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Peirce College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Peirce College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Peirce College's academic range and degree level offering.



Peirce College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
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A&H Yes Yes
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B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Peirce College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Peirce College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Peirce College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Peirce College.



Peirce College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Peirce College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Peirce College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Peirce College Admission Info


Peirce College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Peirce College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Peirce College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Peirce College has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Peirce College's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Peirce College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Peirce College's Admission Office Admission Office



877 670 9190


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Peirce College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Peirce College Size and Profile


Peirce College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Peirce College has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Peirce College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Peirce College has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.


Peirce College's Control Type Control Type

Peirce College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Peirce College's Entity Type Entity Type

Peirce College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Peirce College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Peirce College's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Peirce College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Peirce College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Peirce College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Peirce College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Peirce College Facilities


Peirce College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Peirce College's Library
Peirce College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 15,237 physical volumes, 126 physical media, 9,049 digital/electronic media and 28 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Peirce College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Peirce College's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Peirce College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Peirce College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Peirce College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Peirce College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Peirce College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Peirce College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Peirce College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Peirce College Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Peirce College Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peirce College public or private?

Peirce College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Peirce College profit or non-profit?

Peirce College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Peirce College in terms of enrollment?

Peirce College has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Peirce College in terms of academic staff?

Peirce College has an academic staff of fewer than 50 members.

Is Peirce College a coeducational institution?

Peirce College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Peirce College use?

Peirce College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Peirce College affiliated with?

None.

Does Peirce College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Peirce College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Peirce College's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Peirce College ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro). International students: 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Peirce College located?

Peirce College is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Address: 1420 Pine Street.

Is Peirce College accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Peirce College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1971).

Does Peirce College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Peirce College offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Peirce College have a university library?

Yes Peirce College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 15,237 physical volumes, 126 physical media, 9,049 digital/electronic media and 28 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 2 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Peirce College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Peirce College provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Peirce College have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Peirce College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Peirce College offer career services?

Yes

Does Peirce College offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Peirce College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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