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Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, Rhode Island · Public community college
Address: 400 East Ave, Warwick, RI 02886 · Phone: (401) 825-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Community College of Rhode Island is a public trade and career school in Warwick, RI, offering radiology, LPN, and medical assistant programs, accredited by NECHE.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Community College of Rhode Island has a 26.2% completion rate, below the state average of 75.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,920 and median earnings of $42,659 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Community College of Rhode Island; the school accepts federal financial aid, and about 46.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $65,840 | $85,330 | $103,380 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $65,650 | $80,090 | $81,170 |
| Medical assistants | $39,280 | $47,190 | $48,630 |
| Dental hygienists | $83,800 | $86,910 | $91,160 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,830 | $46,380 | $50,890 |
| Medical records specialists | $44,650 | $63,960 | $70,910 |
| Dental assistants | $45,640 | $50,150 | $59,170 |
| Machinists | $39,720 | $57,760 | $71,820 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Rhode Island (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 | Associate degree | 22 | $42,790 | $39,523 | $11,000 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $59,920 | $55,151 | $21,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | $10,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | $24,990 | $26,585 | $9,657 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $52,145 | $52,733 | $11,611 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $52,145 | $52,733 | $11,611 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $29,610 | $32,284 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $42,790 | $39,523 | $11,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 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
Community College of Rhode Island is a public community college located in Warwick, RI, in a small city setting. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Its allied health and skilled trade offerings are accredited in part by the American Occupational Therapy Association, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the New England Commission of Higher Education. Among its 13 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in radiology and sonography, LPN/LVN nursing, and medical assistant programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 26.2%, which is below the state average of 75.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,920, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $42,659. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 46.7% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
With over 11,000 undergraduates and 198 trade program completers reported, this campus offers a range of credential lengths across its allied health and technical fields, which may suit adult students or career changers seeking shorter, focused training alongside associate degree options. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since figures can change year to year and program-specific details are not fully broken out in this data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Community College of Rhode Island awards credentials across 13 program families, most notably radiology and sonography, LPN/LVN nursing, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition including the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 26.2%, which is below the Rhode Island state average of 75.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,920, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,659.
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 figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and continued eligibility for federal and state aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school at (401) 825-1000 or visit ccri.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?217475.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of allied health programs like medical assistant and LPN training, alongside associate degree offerings, suggests options for career changers, though specific scheduling and pacing details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by field and are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to ask about licensure exams tied to specific programs like LPN or radiology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Community College of Rhode Island by phone at (401) 825-1000 or through its website at https://www.ccri.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative figures for nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.