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Apex Technical School
Long Island City, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 11-05 44th Drive, Long Island City, NY 11101 · Phone: (212) 645-3300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Apex Technical School is a private for-profit trade school in Long Island City, NY offering electrician, HVAC, and plumbing programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Apex Technical School has a 78.3% completion rate, above the state average of 64.0%; median graduate debt is $9,500 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,093, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Apex Technical School is $21,223, federal financial aid (Title IV) is accepted, and 59.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $45,740 | $78,750 | $106,420 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,560 | $74,430 | $88,130 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $46,130 | $77,490 | $101,230 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $43,840 | $59,140 | $71,960 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,470 | $54,120 | $73,320 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 391 | $33,405 | $32,588 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 158 | $33,158 | $31,676 | $9,500 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 153 | $29,830 | $30,599 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 110 | $30,358 | $37,980 | $9,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 92 | $24,052 | $24,785 | $9,500 |
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
Apex Technical School is a private for-profit trade and career campus located in Long Island City, New York. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their programs. Across its five program families, the campus most commonly awards credentials in electrician training (391 completers), HVAC (158 completers), and plumbing (153 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 78.3%, which is above the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,093. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,223, and 59.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
With over 900 trade completers and 1,400 undergraduate students enrolled in a large city setting, Apex appears structured around hands-on, program-specific training rather than a general associate-degree pathway; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome figures via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Apex Technical School offers programs in five families: electrician, HVAC, plumbing, welding, and auto mechanic schools. The most-awarded programs are electrician (391 completers), HVAC (158), and plumbing (153).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Apex Technical School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 78.3%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,093.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $21,223.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Apex Technical School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition structure and how financial aid and outcomes are reported compared to public or non-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 directly at (212) 645-3300 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?188890.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's hands-on trade programs in electrician, HVAC, and plumbing suggest a career-focused, skills-based setting, though specific scheduling details for adult or career-changer fit are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Apex Technical School at (212) 645-3300 or through its website, https://www.apexschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.