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Century College
White Bear Lake, Minnesota · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 · Phone: (651) 770-3200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Sep 2024 · Probation · Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Aug 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation. 2 sanction actions in the window.
Century College is a public trade and career school in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, offering EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Century College's completion rate is 31.2%, below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $14,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,424.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Century College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,340 | $48,090 | $52,940 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,010 | $46,680 | $49,330 |
| Dental assistants | $46,960 | $65,270 | $74,410 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,220 | $76,350 | $87,190 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,310 | $58,390 | $73,250 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,590 | $39,170 | $59,300 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $67,080 | $83,400 | $98,900 |
| Medical assistants | $40,110 | $50,480 | $58,540 |
| Skincare specialists | $23,990 | $44,430 | $62,530 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $45,690 | $60,280 | $65,410 |
| Dental hygienists | $82,110 | $103,970 | $116,350 |
| Construction laborers | $42,950 | $60,260 | $79,710 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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, under 300 hours | 116 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 98 | $34,196 | $31,936 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 92 | not reported | not reported | $11,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 60 | not reported | $38,721 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 52 | $39,713 | $44,021 | $15,699 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 37 | $56,580 | $51,928 | $17,198 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $34,196 | $31,936 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $38,535 | $34,769 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $56,580 | $51,928 | $17,198 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 17 | $49,485 | $53,775 | $10,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 17 | $38,535 | $34,769 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $38,535 | $34,769 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $39,713 | $44,021 | $15,699 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $29,685 | 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
Century College is a public trade and career-training campus in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. Century College offers 21 program families in trade and career fields, most notably EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and dental assistant programs, drawing from areas like dental hygiene, radiology technology, welding, HVAC, cosmetology, and construction trades.
Federal data shows 713 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 6,280. The completion rate is 31.2%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%. Median debt among graduates is $14,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,424. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, credential-focused trade programs such as EMT training, CNA classes, or dental assisting, given the program mix listed. Whether specific programs fit an adult career-changer's schedule is not detailed in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Century College offers 21 program families, with the top programs being EMT & paramedic training, CNA classes, and dental assistant schools. Other program families include dental hygiene, radiology technology, welding, HVAC, cosmetology, and construction trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Century College is accredited. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Century College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal student loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at Century College is 31.2%, which is below the Minnesota state average of 48.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among Century College graduates is $14,250, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for Century College students are $46,424, per federal data.
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 (651) 770-3200 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Century College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs, though specific tuition figures are not 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 or visit its website to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?175315.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedule flexibility or adult-learner services, so fit for career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask about program formats.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data. Contact Century College directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs like EMT, CNA, or dental assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Century College by phone at (651) 770-3200 or through its website at https://www.century.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.