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George Stone Technical College
Pensacola, Florida · Public technical college
Address: 2400 Longleaf Dr, Pensacola, FL 32526 · Phone: (850) 941-6200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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George Stone Technical College is a public trade school in Pensacola, Florida, offering aviation maintenance, electrician, and welding programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
George Stone Technical College has a 35.5% completion rate, below the state average of 70.5%, and median earnings of $35,234 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for George Stone Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 17.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $45,500 | $76,940 | $97,430 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $30,604 | $24,267 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $29,818 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $30,604 | $24,267 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 16 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $20,692 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $30,604 | $24,267 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | $30,604 | $24,267 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $29,818 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $30,604 | $24,267 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
George Stone Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus in Pensacola, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here because the school participates in Title IV programs. The college awards 13 program families, with the most common being Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, Electrician schools, and Welding schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 35.5%, which is below the state average of 70.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,234. About 17.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 153 trade completers among 561 undergraduate students in a large suburb setting, this campus appears geared toward hands-on, program-specific training such as aviation maintenance, electrical work, and welding rather than broad academic transfer. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should independently verify program lengths, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Accreditation status and outcome figures can be confirmed through the school's accreditor, the Council on Occupational Education, and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
George Stone Technical College offers 13 program families, most commonly Aviation maintenance (A&P) schools, Electrician schools, and Welding 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 35.5%, which is below the state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (850) 941-6200 or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,234 per the College Scorecard.
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?
George Stone Technical College is a public institution, which typically means state funding supports lower tuition compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (850) 941-6200 or visit its website for specific program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and check outcome data directly 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 program mix, including aviation maintenance, electrical, and welding training, suggests a hands-on, skills-focused setting, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data; confirm directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach George Stone Technical College at (850) 941-6200 or through its website at https://www.georgestonecollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard for other institutions in the area offering similar programs.
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.