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CALC Institute of Technology
Alton, Illinois · Private for-profit career college
Address: 200A North Center Dr, Alton, IL 62002 · Phone: (618) 474-0616 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CALC Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Alton, Illinois offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, CALC Institute of Technology has a 50.0% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $32,088 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 81.7% of students received Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $25,644 | $22,300 | $7,000 |
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
CALC Institute of Technology is a private for-profit trade school located in Alton, Illinois, a small suburb. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is currently in accredited status, which means students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs. The campus concentrates on medical assistant programs, with top_programs data showing 28 completers in that single program family.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, which falls below the Illinois state average of 58.4% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings for graduates measured ten years after entry were $32,088. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. A large share of students, 81.7%, received Pell Grants, indicating the student body includes many from lower-income backgrounds.
With a single program offering, small total undergraduate enrollment (83), and its accreditation aimed at occupational training, this campus may suit students seeking a focused, shorter-term path into medical assistant work rather than a multi-year associate degree. Whether program length or format fits an adult career-changer's schedule is not stated in the data provided. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CALC Institute of Technology offers medical assistant programs, which is its only listed program family, with 28 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and currently holds accredited status.
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 and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.0%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $32,088, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (618) 474-0616 or visit https://calc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CALC Institute of Technology is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and ownership structure compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446084.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the medical assistant program are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CALC Institute of Technology at (618) 474-0616 or through its website at https://calc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; you can compare outcomes using the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?446084.
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.