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Jose Maria Vargas University
Pembroke Pines, Florida · Private for-profit university
Address: 10131 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 · Phone: 9543224460106 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Jose Maria Vargas University is a private for-profit trade school in Pembroke Pines, Florida offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
The statewide average completion rate in Florida is 70.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, though this campus's completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings figures are not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Jose Maria Vargas University; however, the school participates in Title IV federal aid, and 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
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 | 10 | 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
Jose Maria Vargas University is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Pembroke Pines, Florida, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its primary program offering is in medical assistant training, with 10 completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of 86 students.
Federal data shows the statewide average completion rate for comparable programs in Florida is 70.5%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 52.4% of students at this school receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its single program family focused on medical assistant training, this campus may suit students seeking a focused, short-term pathway into healthcare support roles rather than those seeking multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees. Because several outcome figures are not reported, prospective students — including adult career changers — should verify accreditation status directly with the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and review current data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended to confirm program length, schedule, and current tuition costs, since these specifics are not included in the federal dataset referenced here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Jose Maria Vargas University offers medical assistant programs, listed as its sole program family with 10 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, 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 student aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, and 52.4% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus specifically is not reported in federal data. The Florida state average completion rate is 70.5%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
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 9543224460106 or visit the College Scorecard link for further verification.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
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 information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Jose Maria Vargas University is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid structures, and accountability standards compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single, focused medical assistant program may suit those seeking a targeted healthcare training path, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported in this data, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly for details on any credentialing tied to its medical assistant program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Jose Maria Vargas University by phone at 9543224460106 or through its website at https://www.jmvu.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; the College Scorecard link provided can be used to look up and compare other institutions.
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.