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Butte College
Oroville, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, CA 95965 · Phone: (530) 895-2511 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Butte College is a public trade and career school in Oroville, California, offering EMT training, welding, and CNA programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Butte College's completion rate is 45.3%, below the California state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,500 and median earnings of $41,810 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Butte College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $44,520 | $58,060 | $70,400 |
| Nursing assistants | $40,110 | $47,630 | $54,800 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $52,760 | $87,160 | $125,560 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Construction laborers | $40,950 | $60,270 | $78,520 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 104 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 100 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 87 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 79 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 58 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 27 | not reported | not reported | $11,824 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 2–4 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $56,415 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Butte College is a public community college in Oroville, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus offers 21 program families, with its largest trade programs being EMT & paramedic training, welding schools, and CNA classes.
Butte College's completion rate is 45.3%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $41,810. About 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a strong slate of short-term technical programs such as EMT training, welding, and CNA classes, Butte College may suit students seeking direct entry into hands-on trade careers rather than a four-year degree path. Its distant rural locale and program lineup point toward local workforce training. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Butte College offers 21 program families, with the largest being EMT & paramedic training, welding schools, and CNA classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Butte College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Butte College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 45.3%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,810, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (530) 895-2511 or visit https://www.butte.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Butte College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?110246.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of shorter, hands-on programs like EMT training, welding, and CNA classes suggests the campus supports direct entry into skilled trades, which may fit career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported.
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 to learn about specific program credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Butte College at (530) 895-2511 or through its website at https://www.butte.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?110246 for comparable 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.