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Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, Maine · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 354 Hogan Rd, Bangor, ME 04401 · Phone: (207) 974-4600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Eastern Maine Community College is a public trade school in Bangor, Maine, offering medical assistant, electrician, and welding programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Eastern Maine Community College has a 32.1% completion rate, below Maine's 56.7% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,293 and median earnings of $41,704 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Eastern Maine Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $40,220 | $47,580 | $51,460 |
| Electricians | $54,180 | $75,380 | $84,390 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,230 | $62,220 | $69,130 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,330 | $62,860 | $75,270 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $62,210 | $80,080 | $92,410 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $48,120 | $64,000 | $75,720 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $47,090 | $63,170 | $76,920 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,430 | $57,010 | $63,060 |
| Construction laborers | $36,190 | $46,430 | $53,070 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,420 | $52,040 | $61,970 |
| Medical records specialists | $42,210 | $52,090 | $61,790 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,210 | $46,340 | $49,080 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | $11,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $49,990 | not reported | $10,900 |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | $39,308 | $42,682 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $49,990 | not reported | $10,900 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $29,676 | $32,569 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $49,990 | not reported | $10,900 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 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
Eastern Maine Community College is a public trade and career school in Bangor, Maine, located in a small-city setting. It participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across its 18 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, electrician schools, and welding schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 32.1%, which is below the Maine state average of 56.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,293, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,704. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Total undergraduate enrollment is 1,840, with 143 trade program completers reported.
This campus offers a mix of shorter career-training programs and longer allied-health tracks such as radiologic technology and surgical technology, which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not detailed here and should be confirmed with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard and by contacting the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Eastern Maine Community College offers 18 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, electrician schools, and welding schools. Other offerings include surgical technology, radiologic technology, plumbing, HVAC, culinary, construction trades, auto mechanics, medical billing and coding, and EMT training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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. About 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 32.1%, which is below the Maine state average of 56.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $11,293, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,704, 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 at (207) 974-4600 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower published tuition and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to some for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for a given trade.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161138, and confirm accreditation status through the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter career-training and longer allied-health programs may appeal to adult learners, though specific scheduling and program-length details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the data provided; contact the school at (207) 974-4600 to ask about certification or licensing tied to a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Eastern Maine Community College at (207) 974-4600 or through its website, https://www.emcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other institutions offering similar trade programs.
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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.