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College of Alameda
Alameda, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Pky, Alameda, CA 94501 · Phone: (510) 522-7221 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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College of Alameda is a public trade and career school in Alameda, California, offering aviation maintenance, auto mechanic, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the ACCJC.
College of Alameda has a 33.3% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, and median graduate earnings of $42,563 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for College of Alameda; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used since the school participates in Title IV, with about 10.5% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $53,860 | $86,100 | $99,650 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | 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
College of Alameda is a public community college in Alameda, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its dental programs additionally accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. The school participates in Title IV, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Among its 10 program families, the campus awards the most completions in aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, auto mechanic schools, and dental assistant schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.3%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,563. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 10.5% of students receive Pell Grants, and total undergraduate enrollment is 4,487 with 113 trade program completers reported.
This campus may suit students seeking a range of trade-oriented programs within a larger community college setting, particularly in aviation maintenance, auto repair, and dental assisting. Because program length and schedule details are not specified in this data, prospective students—including career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, check the ACCJC website and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
College of Alameda offers 10 program families, with the most completions in aviation maintenance (A&P), auto mechanic, and dental assistant schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, College of Alameda is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its dental program is additionally accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 10.5% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.3%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,563, according to 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 (510) 522-7221 or visit alameda.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
College of Alameda is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures aren't reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the ACCJC website and review federal outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?108667.
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 to learn about specific credential requirements for programs like aviation maintenance or dental assisting.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach College of Alameda by phone at (510) 522-7221 or visit their website at https://alameda.edu/ for application information.
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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.