Pittsburgh Technical College Closure
Updated June 12, 2024
Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) will close effective August 9, 2024. The following information is provided to assist students with plans for continuing their education.
Official transcripts can be ordered from PTC's National Student Clearinghouse page.
Information from PTC regarding teach-out plans and financial aid can be found on the college's closure announcement page.
During the transition, students may reach out to the following Department Chairs for assistance:
Kimberly Jutca Taylor, Academic Chair, Nursing and Healthcare
JutcaTaylor.Kimberly@ptcollege.edu
412-809-5145
- Certificate Practical Nursing
- AS Nursing
- Certificate Medical Coding
- AS Medical Office Administration (sunsetted but current students)
- AS Surgical Technology
Michael Russell, Academic Chair, Information Technology & Design
Russell.Mike@ptcollege.edu
412-809-4737
- BS Information Systems & Technology
- AS Computer Aided Drafting - concentration in Architectural Engineering
- AS Computer Aided Drafting - concentration in Mechanical Engineering
- AS Digital Media & Video Production
- AS Graphic Design
- AS Information Technology - concentration in Network Administration
- AS Information Technology- concentration in Information Security & Computer Forensics
- AS Web/UX Design
Joe Smith, Interim Academic Chair, Electronics, Trades and Technology
Smith.Joe@ptcollege.edu
412-809-5182
- AS Welding Technology
- Certificate Welding Technology
- AS HVAC Technology
- Certificate HVAC Technology
- AS Electronics Engineering Technology
- Certificate Electrician Technology
- AS Robotics & Autonomous Engineering Technology
Amanda Flesch, Academic Chair Culinary
flesch.amanda@ptcollege.edu
412-809-5399
- AS Culinary Arts
- Certificate Culinary Arts
- Certificate Baking and Pastry
Michele Zollner, Chair of Business, Criminal Justice and General Studies
zollner.michele@ptcollege.edu
412-809-5269
- AS Business Administration
- BS Business Administration
- BS Applied Management
- AS Criminal Justice
Students also are encouraged to connect with the following institutions to discuss pathways for program completion:
Community College of Allegheny County
information@ccac.edu
412-237-2222
Program(s):
- Associate of Science
- Business Management
- Criminal Justice & Criminology
- Culinary Arts
- Cybersecurity and IT Support Specialist
- Graphic Communications
- Film Technology
- Surgical Technologist
- Certificate
- Culinary Basics
- Medical Insurance Specialist
Community College of Beaver County
admissions@ccbc.edu
800-335-0222
Program(s):
- Associate in Applied Science – Medical Office Management
- Associate in Science – Computer Science
Penn Commercial Business/Technical School
pcadmissions@penncommercial.edu
724-222-5330
Program(s):
- Associate in Specialized Technology – Computer Aided Drafting and Design
- Diploma – Practical Nursing
Point Park University
enroll@pointpark.edu
800-321-0129
Program(s) (Bachelor of Science):
- Applied Computer Science
- Business Administration
- Business Management
Westmoreland County Community College
infocenter@westmoreland.edu
724-925-4000
Program(s):
- Diploma – Baking and Pastry Arts
The United States Department of Education – Federal Student Aid offers opportunities for students to apply for a closed school loan discharge. Additional information is available at Has Your School Closed? Here's What to Do. Other resources are available on the Closed School Discharge page and the Borrower Defense Loan Discharge webpage.
Students who have received veteran benefits should visit the Department of Veterans Affairs at Restoration of Benefits After School Closure.