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Beal University
Bangor, Maine · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 99 Farm Road, Bangor, ME 04401 · Phone: (207) 947-4591 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Beal University is a private for-profit trade school in Bangor, Maine, offering welding, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Beal University graduates carry a median debt of $19,500 and earn a median of $35,639 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate compared to Maine's 56.7% state average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Beal University is $44,477, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 54.1% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,230 | $62,220 | $69,130 |
| Medical assistants | $40,220 | $47,580 | $51,460 |
| Medical records specialists | $42,210 | $52,090 | $61,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $30,306 | $29,685 | $17,676 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 4 | $35,458 | not reported | $16,790 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | $34,457 | not reported | $12,270 |
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
Beal University is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Bangor, Maine, a small city setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Beal University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with its nursing programs also accredited by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Its trade programs are concentrated in welding, medical assisting, and medical billing and coding, with welding schools representing the largest program by completions (22), followed by medical assistant programs (9) and medical billing and coding programs (4), out of 5 total program families offered.
Federal data show 35 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 484. The campus completion rate compared to the Maine state average of 56.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is $19,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,639, according to the College Scorecard. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $44,477, and 54.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused trade programs such as welding or medical assisting rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers should independently confirm program schedules, licensing requirements, and current costs directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, prospective students can consult the accreditors named above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Beal University offers programs across 5 program families, with the most completions in welding schools (22), medical assistant programs (9), and medical billing & coding programs (4).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Beal University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with its nursing programs also accredited by the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Beal University participates in Title IV federal 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 campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Maine state average completion rate is 56.7%, but a direct comparison is not available.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $19,500, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,639, according to the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $44,477 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Beal University is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and the availability of certain state or institutional aid compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (207) 947-4591 or visit beal.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation, and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard (collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?160995).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers concentrated trade programs like welding and medical assisting, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details for adult learners are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Beal University at (207) 947-4591 or through its website, https://www.beal.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.