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Garden State Science and Technology Institute
Jersey City, New Jersey · Private for-profit career college
Address: 591 Summit Avenue, Suite 705, Jersey City, NJ 07306 · Phone: (201) 963-1500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Garden State Science and Technology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Jersey City, NJ offering medical assistant and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Garden State Science and Technology Institute has a 33.1% completion rate, below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,403, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Garden State Science and Technology Institute is $30,440, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 78.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Massage therapists | $33,280 | $50,150 | $58,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 | 68 | $16,955 | not reported | $7,215 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | 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
Garden State Science and Technology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Jersey City, New Jersey, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and approved for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs (68 completers) and massage therapy schools (3 completers), reflecting a total of 71 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 917.
Federal data show a completion rate of 33.1%, below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,403. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,440, and 78.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the campus serves a largely low-income student population.
Given its concentration in medical assistant and massage therapy training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Because the completion rate falls below the state average, prospective students should ask the school directly about program structure, support services, and licensing requirements before enrolling. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome data, contact the school at (201) 963-1500, visit gssti.edu, or check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs (68 completers) and massage therapy schools (3 completers), across two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 78.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.1%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,403, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for further details.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,440.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, ownership structure, and eligibility rules for some financial aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school at (201) 963-1500 or visit gssti.edu for details.
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 listed URL.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs offered, medical assistant and massage therapy, are commonly career-focused fields, but specific fit depends on program length and schedule, which are not reported here; contact the school directly to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Garden State Science and Technology Institute at (201) 963-1500 or through its website, gssti.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not included in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard for regional 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.