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Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 53 Pendell Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 · Phone: (845) 431-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dutchess Community College is a public trade and career school in Poughkeepsie, NY offering aviation maintenance, phlebotomy, and EMT training, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Dutchess Community College has a 29.7% completion rate, below the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $10,039 and median earnings of $43,929 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Dutchess Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 22.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $63,380 | $102,800 | $240,310 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,930 | $50,530 | $60,320 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $39,890 | $48,400 | $63,870 |
| Construction laborers | $34,320 | $55,930 | $79,420 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,560 | $74,430 | $88,130 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Dutchess Community College is a public campus located in Poughkeepsie, NY, in a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for programs here. Dutchess Community College is accredited, with recognitions including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing among others. Among its trade and career offerings, the top programs by completions are Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, Phlebotomy classes, and EMT & paramedic training, spread across 7 program families including construction trades and HVAC.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.7%, which is below the state average of 64.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,039, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $43,929. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 22.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, focused trade credentials such as aviation maintenance, phlebotomy, or EMT training rather than long, general associate-degree pathways, though exact program lengths are not detailed here. Adults considering a career change should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, contact Dutchess Community College directly or consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dutchess Community College offers 7 program families including aviation maintenance (A&P), phlebotomy, EMT and paramedic training, construction trades, and HVAC. The top programs by completions are aviation maintenance, phlebotomy, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Dutchess Community College is accredited. Accreditors include the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the New York State Board of Regents.
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, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 29.7%, which is below the state average of 64.0%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,039, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,929, per 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Dutchess Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published costs and different funding structures compared to for-profit schools, though actual costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review detailed outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?190840.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner supports, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data; contact the school to ask about flexibility for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school to learn about credentials tied to specific programs like EMT or phlebotomy.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dutchess Community College at (845) 431-8000 or visit https://www.sunydutchess.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?190840 can be used to compare completion rates, costs, 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.