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Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, Maryland · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD 21502 · Phone: (301) 784-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Allegany College of Maryland is a public trade and career school in Cumberland, MD offering medical assistant, LPN, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Allegany College of Maryland has a 39.6% completion rate, below the state average of 46.9%, with median graduate debt of $13,702 and median earnings of $38,476 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Allegany College of Maryland; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,930 | $46,410 | $49,110 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $60,720 | $74,660 | $79,670 |
| Dental hygienists | $85,440 | $107,830 | $120,070 |
| Medical records specialists | $35,400 | $54,220 | $65,770 |
| Nursing assistants | $36,060 | $43,240 | $45,760 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $38,310 | $61,590 | $78,590 |
| Massage therapists | $35,360 | $62,270 | $82,210 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,180 | $45,120 | $50,120 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,940 | $57,520 | $76,340 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | $22,841 | $11,750 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $54,321 | $51,482 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | $30,707 | $42,905 | $12,173 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | $22,841 | $11,750 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $30,707 | $42,905 | $12,173 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 6 | $30,707 | $42,905 | $12,173 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | $19,866 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | $19,866 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $15,182 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Allegany College of Maryland is a public college located in Cumberland, MD, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education along with several program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid applies at this campus (Title IV eligible). Among its 15 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs, with 115 trade completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 39.6%, which is below the state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,702, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,476. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a remote town setting, offers a mix of short career-focused programs and longer associate-level training across health and technical fields, which may suit both recent graduates and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Allegany College of Maryland offers 15 program families, with the top programs being medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 39.6%, which is below the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,702, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,476, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (301) 784-5000 or visit https://www.allegany.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Allegany College of Maryland is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state funding compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161688.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both short career-focused programs and longer associate-level training in health and technical fields, though specific fit for career-changers depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about specific program credentialing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Allegany College of Maryland at (301) 784-5000 or through its website at https://www.allegany.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161688 to compare outcomes across 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.