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Athena Career Academy
Toledo, Ohio · Private for-profit
Address: 5203 Airport Hwy, Toledo, OH 43615 · Phone: (419) 472-1150 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Athena Career Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Toledo, OH offering LPN/LVN and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Athena Career Academy has a 52.5% completion rate, below the Ohio state average of 68.8%, and a median graduate debt of $14,120, 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 Athena Career Academy is $29,072. The school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 76.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 | 56 | $43,397 | $43,957 | $14,120 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | 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 the cohort was too small to publish.
About this school
Athena Career Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Toledo, Ohio. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The campus's most-awarded programs are LPN / LVN programs and phlebotomy classes, with a total of 63 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 516.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.5%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,120. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,072, and 76.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, licensure-track programs such as LPN or phlebotomy training rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Career changers should confirm program schedules, licensing requirements, and current tuition directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Athena Career Academy's top programs are LPN / LVN programs (56 completers) and phlebotomy classes (7 completers), falling under the lpn-programs and phlebotomy-classes program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.5%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $14,120, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is listed at $29,072 per year in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Athena Career Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the type of institutional accountability that applies 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 directly at (419) 472-1150 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?476683.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on LPN and phlebotomy programs suggests shorter, licensure-oriented training rather than multi-year degrees, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data; check with the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Athena Career Academy at (419) 472-1150 or through its website, https://www.athenacareers.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby trade schools is not included in this listing; consult the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across institutions.
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.