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Connecticut State Community College
Hartford, Connecticut · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 950 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103 · Phone: (860) 612-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Connecticut State Community College is a public trade and career school in Hartford, CT, offering medical assistant, CNC/machining, and radiology programs, accredited by ACEN and JRCERT.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 24.1% completion rate versus a 71.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,200 and median earnings of $41,344 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 45.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $38,480 | $47,430 | $50,210 |
| Machinists | $43,900 | $62,130 | $76,040 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $68,070 | $91,970 | $103,720 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,430 | $60,220 | $74,500 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $44,530 | $64,310 | $77,800 |
| Surgical technologists | $45,980 | $79,890 | $95,050 |
| Medical records specialists | $40,490 | $60,940 | $76,160 |
| Dental assistants | $38,630 | $56,850 | $59,650 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $40,160 | $50,640 | $56,850 |
| Dental hygienists | $87,190 | $100,690 | $103,380 |
| Phlebotomists | $38,360 | $45,820 | $48,970 |
| Massage therapists | $34,010 | $62,260 | $81,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 133 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 76 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 72 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 44 | not reported | $27,307 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 35 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 27 | not reported | $27,307 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $27,307 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $47,093 | $53,775 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 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
Connecticut State Community College is a public, Title IV-eligible college in Hartford, Connecticut, serving a large undergraduate population of 33,645 students. Its trade and career training offerings are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 31 program families, the most-completed trade programs are medical assistant programs (179 completions), CNC and machining programs (167), and radiology and sonography programs (114), with 703 total trade completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 24.1%, which is below the state average of 71.5%. Median debt for graduates is $9,200, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,344. About 45.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the range of programs, from shorter certificate-style tracks like medical assisting and phlebotomy to more technical fields like radiology and machining, this campus can suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though program length and schedule details are not specified here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes through the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since completion rates here run well below the state average.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 31 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs (179), CNC and machining programs (167), and radiology and sonography programs (114).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, with a status of Accredited.
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 apply for 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 24.1%, which is below the state average of 71.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,200, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,344, per federal Scorecard 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 for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition for residents and eligibility for state funding, though actual costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly or check its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with ACEN and JRCERT and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?129367.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter career-focused programs, such as medical assisting and phlebotomy, alongside more technical fields like radiology, may suit adult learners, but specific schedule or format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not specified in this data; contact the school or check with the relevant program's accreditor for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (860) 612-7000 or visit https://ctstate.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for 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.