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Lane Community College
Eugene, Oregon · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405 · Phone: (541) 463-3000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lane Community College is a public trade and career school in Eugene, Oregon, offering welding, medical assistant, and EMT & paramedic training programs, accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Lane Community College is $14,761 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,075; the campus's completion rate compared to the state average of 55.4% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Lane Community College; contact the school for current tuition. The school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and about 32.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $46,070 | $59,450 | $66,570 |
| Medical assistants | $43,760 | $50,410 | $59,160 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $37,600 | $49,270 | $55,530 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $59,330 | $82,850 | $97,740 |
| Dental hygienists | $104,530 | $122,080 | $126,460 |
| Medical records specialists | $44,260 | $59,000 | $70,610 |
| Electricians | $59,550 | $101,310 | $121,680 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,000 | $80,470 | $90,690 |
| Dental assistants | $49,010 | $59,490 | $63,520 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $45,910 | $63,600 | $77,420 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,690 | $63,970 | $76,840 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $39,590 | $58,520 | $77,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oregon (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $52,997 | $54,252 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 20 | $44,867 | $45,618 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 19 | $55,033 | $58,943 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $46,673 | $10,879 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | $31,941 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 14 | not reported | $40,485 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | $37,208 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Lane Community College is a public trade and career campus in Eugene, Oregon. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The college holds accreditation through the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Across its 24 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in welding (69 completers), medical assistant programs (35 completers), and EMT & paramedic training (24 completers).
Federal data shows some outcome figures for this campus. The state average completion percentage is 55.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $14,761, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,075. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 32.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
With a mix of short career-training programs (like welding and EMT training) and longer allied-health tracks (dental hygiene, physical therapy support), this campus may suit both those seeking a quick entry into a trade and those pursuing more clinically regulated fields. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should verify current program lengths, schedules, and costs directly with the school, and can review official federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lane Community College offers 24 program families including welding, medical assistant programs, EMT & paramedic training, dental hygiene, electrician training, and culinary programs. The top programs by completions are welding (69), medical assistant programs (35), and EMT & paramedic training (24).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion percentage is 55.4%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $14,761, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,075, 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 at (541) 463-3000 or visit lanecc.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lane Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit or private schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration for a specific track.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data for this campus through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?209038.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter career-training programs, such as welding and EMT training, and longer allied-health programs like dental hygiene, which may suit different timelines for career changers; specific scheduling details are not reported and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to learn what credentials, such as EMT certification or dental hygiene licensure, are tied to a specific program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lane Community College at (541) 463-3000 or through its website, lanecc.edu, for admissions and application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported in the available federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools directly.
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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.