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Advantage Career Institute
Eatontown, New Jersey · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 215 Broad Street, Eatontown, NJ 07724 · Phone: (732) 440-4110 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advantage Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Eatontown, New Jersey, offering medical assistant and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Advantage Career Institute has an 82.1% completion rate, above the New Jersey average of 61.9%, and graduates carry a median debt of $4,856, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Advantage Career Institute is $17,693, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid programs. About 38.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Dental assistants | $38,660 | $49,390 | $61,290 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 79 | not reported | not reported | $4,304 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Advantage Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Eatontown, New Jersey, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus is fairly small, with about 161 undergraduate students, and it is best known for two program families: medical assistant programs and dental assistant schools, with medical assisting being the larger of the two by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 82.1%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9% for similar programs. Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $4,856. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,693, and about 38.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus fits students seeking focused, career-specific training in medical or dental assisting rather than a broad associate-degree experience, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Because enrollment is small and programs are concentrated in two allied-health fields, it may suit career changers looking for a narrower, faster path into healthcare support roles, though applicants should confirm schedules and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Middle States Commission listing and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advantage Career Institute offers two program families: medical assistant programs (79 completions) and dental assistant schools (49 completions).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and about 38.9% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 82.1%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $4,856.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed cost of attendance is $17,693 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Advantage Career Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (732) 440-4110 or visit https://www.aci.edu/ for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?490896.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on two concentrated allied-health programs may suit those seeking a narrower career path, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advantage Career Institute at (732) 440-4110 or through its website at https://www.aci.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions.
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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.