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Fisher College
Boston, Massachusetts · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 118 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116 · Phone: (617) 236-8800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fisher College is a private non-profit trade school in Boston, MA offering medical billing & coding programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $25,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $49,669; the completion rate compared to the state average of 59.7% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Fisher College; federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used, and about 39.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $43,960 | $60,350 | $74,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | $51,111 | not reported | $17,017 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $38,558 | $38,289 | 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
Fisher College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Boston, Massachusetts. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus is best known among trade programs for its medical billing & coding programs, which accounted for 17 completions in the most recent reporting period, out of about 1,167 undergraduate students enrolled overall.
In terms of outcomes, the campus does not have a reported completion rate compared to the state average of 59.7%, so completion_vs_state is listed as 'not reported' in federal data. Graduates in the reported cohort carried a median debt of $25,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $49,669. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 39.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in a focused medical billing & coding pathway within a larger four-year private institution setting, located in a large city with access to healthcare employers. Because detailed program length and schedule are not reported here, prospective students—including career changers—should verify specifics directly with the school. To confirm accreditation and see the latest federal outcome data, visit the New England Commission of Higher Education's site and the College Scorecard entry for Fisher College at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?165802.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fisher College's reported trade program family is medical billing & coding, with 17 completions recorded in the top programs data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Fisher College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Fisher College participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average of 59.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates reported a median debt of $25,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were $49,669, 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?
Fisher College is a private non-profit institution, which affects how it is funded and how tuition and financial aid are structured compared to for-profit or public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Fisher College directly to ask about the medical billing & coding program schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?165802.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers is not directly reported in federal data; the medical billing & coding program family may appeal to those seeking a healthcare administrative role, but you should confirm schedule and format with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact Fisher College or check with relevant medical billing & coding certification bodies.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fisher College by phone at (617) 236-8800 or visit their website at https://www.fisher.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across nearby 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.