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Blake Austin College

Vacaville, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

LPN / LVN programsMedical assistant programsDental assistant schools
89%completion rate · California avg 64%
$10,249median debt of graduates
$35,346median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$42,518median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$34,706annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 611 Orange Dr Ste K, Vacaville, CA 95687 · Phone: (707) 455-0557 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Blake Austin College is a private for-profit trade school in Vacaville, CA offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Blake Austin College reports an 89.0% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, median graduate debt of $10,249, and median earnings of $42,518 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Annual cost of attendance at Blake Austin College is $34,706, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 59.8% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Blake Austin College Blake Austin College: 89% 89% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$64,390$79,750$93,720
Medical assistants$39,290$49,660$61,870
Dental assistants$38,790$50,110$60,670

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 109 $53,553 $37,928 $17,900
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 39 $27,363 $29,685 not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 25 $33,574 $29,685 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.

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About this school

Blake Austin College is a private for-profit trade school located in Vacaville, California, in a midsize suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The school's most-awarded programs are LPN/LVN programs (109 completions), medical assistant programs (39 completions), and dental assistant training (25 completions), reflecting a focus on allied health careers.

On outcomes, Blake Austin College reports a completion rate of 89.0%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar institutions. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,249, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $42,518. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,706, and 59.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based aid.

This campus may suit students seeking shorter, health-focused career-training programs rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, based on the program families offered. Whether it is a fit for an adult career changer depends on individual circumstances, program length, and schedule details not fully specified here; prospective students should confirm class schedules and program length directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, contact the Council on Occupational Education or consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this campus.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Blake Austin College's top programs are LPN/LVN programs (109 completions), medical assistant programs (39 completions), and dental assistant schools (25 completions), spanning three program families overall.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Blake Austin College 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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial 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 89.0%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $10,249, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $42,518.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $34,706.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Blake Austin College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect cost structure and how financial aid is applied 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 at (707) 455-0557 or visit its website for specific program durations.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447810.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The school's focus on shorter allied-health programs such as LPN, medical assistant, and dental assistant training may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; check with the school directly.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about credentialing tied to its LPN, medical assistant, or dental assistant programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Blake Austin College at (707) 455-0557 or through its website at https://www.blakeaustincollege.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.

Other trade and career schools in Vacaville, CA

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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.

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