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Fred K Marchman Technical College
New Port Richey, Florida · Public
Address: 7825 Campus Dr., New Port Richey, FL 34653 · Phone: (727) 774-1700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Mar 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Fred K Marchman Technical College is a public trade school in New Port Richey, Florida offering cosmetology, electrician, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Fred K Marchman Technical College has a 71.4% completion rate, near the Florida state average of 70.5%, and graduates earn a median of $30,259 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Fred K Marchman Technical College is reported at $11,021, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 21.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $11,889 | $18,087 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 22 | not reported | $29,250 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | $19,227 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 13 | $25,734 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $25,734 | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | $29,250 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | 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
Fred K Marchman Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus in New Port Richey, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. The school's most-awarded programs are cosmetology schools, electrician schools, and auto mechanic schools, alongside offerings in welding, CNA classes, and culinary schools, for a total of eight program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.4%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $30,259. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $11,021, and 21.6% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 306 undergraduate students and 125 trade completers, this large-suburb campus tends to run shorter, hands-on programs suited to students entering or re-entering a trade, including adult career-changers, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current program offerings and accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fred K Marchman Technical College offers eight program families, with cosmetology schools, electrician schools, and auto mechanic schools being the most-awarded. It also offers welding, CNA classes, and culinary schools.
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 school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.4%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (727) 774-1700 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $30,259, according to federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $11,021.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published costs and eligibility for state and federal funding compared to some for-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 (727) 774-1700 or visit its website for schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on trade programs such as cosmetology, electrician, and auto mechanic training, which may suit adult career-changers, though specific program lengths are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Fred K Marchman Technical College at (727) 774-1700 or visit its website at https://mtec.pasco.k12.fl.us/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.