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Brookline College-Tempe
Tempe, Arizona · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 1140-1150 S. Priest Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 · Phone: (888) 793-0557 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Brookline College-Tempe is a private for-profit trade school in Tempe, Arizona, offering surgical technologist, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Brookline College-Tempe has a 40.3% completion rate versus a 64.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $29,576 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Brookline College-Tempe is $26,076, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 58.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical technologists | $50,030 | $72,260 | $83,550 |
| Medical assistants | $38,100 | $45,940 | $48,450 |
| Dental assistants | $38,500 | $49,000 | $57,880 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,530 | $47,630 | $61,350 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,100 | $44,780 | $46,630 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $39,040 | $47,640 | $54,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 64 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $23,574 | $23,727 | $9,496 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $24,413 | $24,035 | $9,226 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $28,008 | $23,558 | $9,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $22,132 | $22,192 | $9,491 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $23,574 | $23,727 | $9,496 |
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
Brookline College-Tempe is a private for-profit trade and career training campus located in Tempe, Arizona. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The campus offers 6 program families, with the largest completer counts in surgical technologist programs (64), medical assistant programs (14), and dental assistant schools (10).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 40.3%, which is below the state average of 64.4% for Arizona. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,576. The annual cost of attendance is $26,076, and 58.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus centers on shorter, career-focused health-services training rather than multi-year associate degree pathways, based on the program families listed, which may suit adults or career changers seeking a faster route into healthcare support roles. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status and outcome data through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since specific program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Brookline College-Tempe offers 6 program families, with the most completers in surgical technologist programs (64), medical assistant programs (14), and dental assistant schools (10).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid, so FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.3%, which is below the Arizona state average of 64.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,576, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $26,076.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Brookline College-Tempe is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and how financial aid dollars are allocated compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (888) 793-0557 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?404055.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's focus on shorter, career-specific health-services programs such as surgical technology and medical assisting may suit adults seeking a faster entry into healthcare support roles, though individual fit depends on personal circumstances.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for programs like surgical technology or medical assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Brookline College-Tempe at (888) 793-0557 or through its website, https://www.brooklinecollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?404055 to compare similar institutions.
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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.