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Franklin County Career and Technology Center
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 2463 Loop Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202 · Phone: (717) 263-5667 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Franklin County Career and Technology Center is a public trade school in Chambersburg, PA offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Franklin County Career and Technology Center has an 87.5% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $14,760 and median earnings of $54,747 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Franklin County Career and Technology Center is $26,101, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 45.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $45,257 | $43,519 | $14,760 |
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
Franklin County Career and Technology Center is a public trade school in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, located in a fringe rural area. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants. Its primary offering is LPN / LVN programs, with 28 completers reported, making it a single-program campus focused on practical nursing training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 87.5%, above the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,760, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $54,747. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $26,101, and 45.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of about 60 students, suits people pursuing a licensed practical nursing career through a focused, single-program pathway rather than a multi-program associate degree setting. Because it emphasizes one credential, it may appeal to adult career changers seeking a direct route into nursing work, though specific schedule and length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review outcomes on the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers LPN / LVN programs, with 28 program completers reported. This is the only program family listed for this campus in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
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 and Pell Grants. About 45.3% 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 87.5%, which is above the state average of 66.2% for comparable programs, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $14,760, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $54,747, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,101.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically affects tuition pricing and Title IV aid eligibility; it does participate in federal financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (717) 263-5667 or visit https://www.franklincountylpn.org/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?248633.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-program focus on LPN / LVN training may suit those seeking a direct path into practical nursing, though specific scheduling details for adult learners are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program prepares students for LPN / LVN roles; specific licensing requirements are not detailed in this data, so contact the school directly to confirm licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Franklin County Career and Technology Center at (717) 263-5667 or through its website at https://www.franklincountylpn.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?248633 for comparisons.
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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.