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Erie Community College
Buffalo, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 121 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203 · Phone: (716) 851-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Erie Community College is a public trade school in Buffalo, NY offering auto mechanic, HVAC, and construction trades programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Erie Community College has a 28.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,250 and median earnings of $41,228 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, and about 38.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,470 | $54,120 | $73,320 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $48,560 | $74,430 | $88,130 |
| Construction laborers | $34,320 | $55,930 | $79,420 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Dental hygienists | $77,680 | $106,130 | $121,740 |
| Machinists | $40,560 | $60,920 | $74,180 |
| Dental assistants | $36,410 | $48,110 | $58,630 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $46,260 | $70,670 | $93,240 |
| Medical records specialists | $40,730 | $61,720 | $79,120 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $39,890 | $48,400 | $63,870 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $32,538 | $30,771 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 29 | $35,929 | $33,382 | $10,859 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $43,313 | not reported | $14,581 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | not reported | $28,236 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 13 | $35,262 | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 12 | $35,044 | $28,598 | $8,315 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 11 | $21,435 | $25,194 | $6,439 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 9 | $35,044 | $28,598 | $8,315 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $35,262 | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $21,964 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | $30,344 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | $35,929 | $33,382 | $10,859 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $21,964 | 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
Erie Community College is a public trade and career training campus located in Buffalo, New York. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. Erie Community College holds accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Among its 19 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are auto mechanic schools (55 completions), HVAC schools (31 completions), and construction trades programs (23 completions).
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 28.0%, which falls below the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $41,228. About 38.0% 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.
With 6,099 undergraduate students in a large city locale, Erie Community College offers a range of shorter trade credentials alongside longer associate-degree pathways in fields like dental hygiene and nursing-related occupational therapy support. Whether this fits a career changer depends on the specific program length, which is not detailed here; prospective students should confirm program duration and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, consult the College Scorecard or contact the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Erie Community College offers 19 program families, with the most completions in auto mechanic schools (55), HVAC schools (31), and construction trades programs (23).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Erie Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
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 may 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 28.0%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $9,250, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $41,228.
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 (716) 851-1000 or visit ecc.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Erie Community College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though this does not guarantee program outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?191083 or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and scheduling details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported in this data; contact the school to discuss specific program formats.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Erie Community College at (716) 851-1000 or through its website at https://www.ecc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not included in this record; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes 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.