Porter & Chester Institute
Bridgeport, Connecticut · Less than 2-year · Private for-profit
Porter & Chester Institute is a less than 2-year private for-profit college in Bridgeport, Connecticut, offering 11 programs reported to the U.S. Department of Education. Its average net price is $18,348 a year.
At a glance
- Average net price
- $18,348
- Graduation rate
- 45%
- Median earnings (10 yrs)
- $41,588
- Median debt
- $12,000
- Undergrads
- 1,373
From the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (June 2026 release). Net price is the average cost after grants and scholarships. Colleges can't edit these numbers.
Programs offered
Programs where Porter & Chester Institute awarded credentials in 2023-24 (IPEDS).
Engineering technology (1) ⌄
- Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD / CADD Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Mechanic and repair technologies (3) ⌄
- Automobile / Automotive Mechanics Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Electrical / Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology / Technician Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Computer and information sciences (1) ⌄
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Health professions (3) ⌄
- Dental Assisting / Assistant Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Medical / Clinical Assistant Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Construction trades (2) ⌄
- Electrician Certificate (1 to 2 years)
- Plumbing Technology Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Precision production (1) ⌄
- Welding Technology / Welder Certificate (1 to 2 years)
Sources: IPEDS 2023-24 directory and completions (NCES, IPEDS unit 130174); College Scorecard (June 2026). About our data.