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Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
New Britain, Connecticut · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 200 John Downey Dr, New Britain, CT 06051 · Phone: 860225864145700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain is a private for-profit trade school in New Britain, Connecticut offering medical assistant, electrician, and LPN programs, accredited by ACCSC and ACEN.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 64.5% completion rate versus a 71.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,250 and median earnings of $38,683 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain is reported at $38,080, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 66.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $38,480 | $47,430 | $50,210 |
| Electricians | $47,680 | $77,540 | $95,070 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $62,610 | $73,690 | $76,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 | 128 | $27,916 | $26,284 | $10,932 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 102 | $33,198 | $31,249 | $11,931 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 2–4 years | 98 | $44,662 | $44,805 | $16,500 |
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
Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain is a private for-profit trade and career school located in New Britain, Connecticut. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and, for its nursing offerings, by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants. The school awards credentials across three program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, electrician schools, and LPN/LVN programs.
Federal data show a completion rate of 64.5%, which is below the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $11,250, and median earnings ten years after entry were $38,683. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $38,080, and 66.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees. Undergraduate enrollment is 928, with 328 recent trade completers.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, career-oriented training in healthcare or the electrical trades rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; the mix of medical assistant, LPN, and electrician programs suggests options for both healthcare-focused and skilled-trade career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with ACCSC and ACEN, and review outcome and cost data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers medical assistant programs, electrician schools, and LPN/LVN programs, spanning three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its nursing programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 64.5%, which is below the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $38,683 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $38,080.
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 cost, ownership structure, and typically comes with different oversight than public 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 to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and ACEN, and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?129923.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of medical assistant, LPN, and electrician training suggests options for career changers, but specific fit details such as schedule flexibility are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or the relevant state licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 860-225-8641 or visit https://www.lincolntech.edu/campus/new-britain-ct for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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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.