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Cayuga Onondaga BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
Auburn, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: Center for Learning 12 Allen Street, Auburn, NY 13021 · Phone: (315) 253-4899 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cayuga Onondaga BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Auburn, New York, offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,426 and median earnings of $45,439 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Cayuga Onondaga BOCES-Practical Nursing Program; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell, can be used, and 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $37,235 | $32,569 | $7,843 |
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
Cayuga Onondaga BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Auburn, New York, located in a distant town setting. It is accredited under New York State Board of Regents and State Education Department, Office of the Professions oversight, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used by eligible students. The campus focuses on a single program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 23 completers among its 32 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,426, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $45,439. About 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school is built around a single, focused practical nursing program rather than multiple degree tracks, which may suit students seeking a direct path into an LPN role, including adult career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status, admissions requirements, and cost directly with the school by phone or website, and can review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard link provided for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers LPN / LVN programs, with 23 completers reported in that single program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, overseen by the New York State Board of Regents and the State Education Department, Office of the Professions.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,426, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $45,439.
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 directly for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which is generally tied to state oversight and Title IV eligibility as reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school by phone or website to confirm the schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review this campus's outcome data via the College Scorecard link (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?430883) and confirm accreditation through the New York State Board of Regents.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-program LPN focus suggests a targeted entry point into nursing, though specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school at (315) 253-4899 or visit https://www.cayboces.org/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby LPN programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for other schools in the area.
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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.