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Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus
Paramus, New Jersey · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 240 Bergen Town Center, Paramus, NJ 07652 · Phone: 201845686844500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus is a private for-profit trade school in Paramus, New Jersey offering LPN, medical assistant, and CNA programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus has a 69.7% completion rate versus a 61.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,521 and median earnings of $31,914 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus is $45,670, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 69.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $63,210 | $75,160 | $79,980 |
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,900 | $46,830 | $48,760 |
| Medical records specialists | $33,280 | $50,240 | $64,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 207 | $46,660 | $44,453 | $16,380 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 87 | $26,526 | $24,580 | $10,299 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 47 | $46,660 | $44,453 | $16,380 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $26,643 | $26,713 | $10,568 |
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-Paramus is a private for-profit trade school located in Paramus, New Jersey. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus offers four program families, with its top programs being LPN / LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and CNA classes.
Federal data shows this campus has a completion rate of 69.7%, which is above the state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,521, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,914. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $45,670, and 69.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, licensure-focused healthcare programs such as LPN, medical assistant, or CNA training, rather than multi-year degree paths. Whether the programs fit a career changer's schedule or format is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, check with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus offers four program families, with the top programs being LPN / LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and CNA classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.7%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,521, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,914.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $45,670.
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 and how aid dollars are used compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at the number or website listed to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter healthcare-focused programs like LPN, medical assistant, and CNA training, but specific fit for career changers regarding schedule or format is not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for programs like LPN or CNA.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus by phone at 201-845-6868 (ext. 44500 shown in listing) or visit https://www.lincolntech.edu/campus/paramus-nj.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes 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.