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Carrington College-Boise
Boise, Idaho · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1122 N. Liberty St., Boise, ID 83704 · Phone: (208) 377-8080 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Carrington College-Boise is a private for-profit trade school in Boise, Idaho offering dental assistant, medical assistant, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by ACEN and CODA.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Carrington College-Boise has a 61.9% completion rate, below the state average of 71.0%; median graduate debt is $15,188 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,731.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 46.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assistants | $37,430 | $45,880 | $57,690 |
| Medical assistants | $35,500 | $44,700 | $48,160 |
| Dental hygienists | $85,610 | $94,650 | $98,410 |
| Massage therapists | $35,360 | $60,420 | $66,300 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $47,890 | $63,800 | $74,050 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $37,380 | $46,420 | $50,460 |
| Medical records specialists | $39,930 | $53,460 | $64,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 63 | $23,358 | $22,681 | $7,497 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 48 | $55,692 | $51,794 | $26,293 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $27,369 | $24,571 | $9,359 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $41,170 | $40,821 | $15,188 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $27,369 | $24,571 | $9,359 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 7 | $37,921 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $26,353 | 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
Carrington College-Boise is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Boise, Idaho. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The school holds programmatic accreditation from bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. The most-awarded programs are dental assistant training, medical assistant programs, and dental hygiene programs, with a total of 8 program families offered across roughly 478 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 61.9%, which is below the state average of 71.0%. Median debt among graduates is $15,188, and median earnings ten years after entry are $43,731. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 46.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend this campus.
This campus, situated in a midsize city, offers programs in clinical and allied health fields such as dental assisting, medical assisting, and dental hygiene. Based on the program mix, it may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training programs rather than multi-year degrees, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the school's accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Carrington College-Boise offers 8 program families, most notably dental assistant schools, medical assistant programs, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 61.9%, which is below the Idaho state average of 71.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $15,188, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,731, 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 (208) 377-8080 or visit carrington.edu for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Carrington College-Boise is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid eligibility, and accreditation oversight 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 directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142054.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers allied health programs like dental assisting and medical assisting, which are often structured for career-focused training, but specific fit for career changers depends on program length and format not detailed here; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or check with Idaho's relevant licensing boards for programs like dental assisting or dental hygiene.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Carrington College-Boise at (208) 377-8080 or visit their website at https://carrington.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142054 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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.