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Florida Education Institute
Miami, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5818 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33144 · Phone: (305) 263-9990 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Florida Education Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Miami, Florida, offering culinary, medical assistant, and HVAC programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Florida Education Institute has a 73.6% completion rate, near the Florida state average of 70.5%, with graduates carrying median debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $24,588 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Florida Education Institute is $40,974, with federal financial aid (Title IV) available; 59.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | $19,894 | $18,459 | $9,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 56 | $22,257 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $22,257 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 44 | $28,969 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $19,894 | $18,459 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $18,022 | $23,262 | $9,500 |
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
Florida Education Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Miami, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its most-awarded programs are culinary & pastry schools, medical assistant programs, and HVAC schools, drawn from six total program families offered on campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.6%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500. Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $24,588. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,974, and 59.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
With a mix of shorter career-training programs across culinary, medical assisting, HVAC, pharmacy technician, and medical billing/coding fields, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry vocational training rather than a multi-year degree path; program length details should be confirmed directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before committing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Florida Education Institute offers six program families, most notably culinary & pastry schools, medical assistant programs, and HVAC schools, along with pharmacy tech and medical billing/coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.6%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,588.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,974.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing, ownership, and oversight structures than public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (305) 263-9990 or via fei.edu to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcomes data on the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter vocational programs in fields like culinary, medical assisting, and HVAC, which may suit career changers, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Florida Education Institute at (305) 263-9990 or through its website, https://www.fei.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441423 for comparison tools.
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.