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Assabet Valley Regional Technical School
Marlborough, Massachusetts · Public technical college
Address: 215 Fitchburg St, Marlborough, MA 01752 · Phone: (508) 485-9430 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Assabet Valley Regional Technical School is a public trade school in Marlborough, MA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and NEASC.
Assabet Valley Regional Technical School has a 50.0% completion rate, below the state average of 59.7%, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, 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 Assabet Valley Regional Technical School is $39,920, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 56.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 41 | 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
Assabet Valley Regional Technical School is a public trade and career campus in Marlborough, Massachusetts, located in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions, and it participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid. The campus's primary offering is LPN / LVN programs, with 41 completers recorded and total undergraduate enrollment of 47.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, which is below the state average of 59.7%. Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $39,920, and 56.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus centers on a single program family, LPN / LVN training, which typically suits students seeking a focused, licensure-oriented path into nursing rather than a broad multi-program vocational campus. Program length details beyond the LPN focus are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students weighing fit as a career changer should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, consult the accreditors listed above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Assabet Valley Regional Technical School offers LPN / LVN programs, with 41 program completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible 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 50.0%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
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 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 reported annual cost of attendance is $39,920.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which can affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain state-based aid programs compared to private institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (508) 485-9430 for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?164535.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program format or scheduling for adult learners, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not detailed in the federal data provided; contact the school or the relevant nursing licensing board for LPN certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Assabet Valley Regional Technical School at (508) 485-9430 or visit https://www.assabet.org/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby LPN programs is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard to compare campuses directly.
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.