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Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville
Somerville, Massachusetts · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5 Middlesex Ave, Somerville, MA 02145 · Phone: 617776350043800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville is a private for-profit trade school in Somerville, MA offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and massage therapy programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, including completion rate versus the Massachusetts average, median graduate debt, and median earnings 10 years after entry.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding do not apply here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $43,280 | $49,460 | $58,100 |
| Dental assistants | $47,270 | $57,980 | $60,720 |
| Massage therapists | $40,420 | $63,390 | $103,000 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 189 | $26,526 | $24,580 | $10,299 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $28,476 | $27,551 | $9,656 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | $23,611 | $20,687 | $7,917 |
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-Somerville is a private for-profit trade school located in Somerville, Massachusetts, in a large suburb setting. Federal aid data indicates this campus does not currently participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students should confirm funding options directly with the school. The campus awards credentials across three program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and massage therapy schools, with 272 recorded completers in these trade fields.
Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in federal data. The completion rate for this campus compared with the Massachusetts state average of 59.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should contact the school directly or consult the College Scorecard for any updated figures.
Based on the program families offered, this campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in medical assistant, dental assistant, or massage therapy fields rather than multi-year associate degree study, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Because Title IV aid does not apply and accreditation status was not found in DAPIP, students considering this campus should independently verify accreditation and licensing requirements before enrolling, and review the College Scorecard entry for this school for the most current federal data available.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville offers three program families: medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and massage therapy schools. Medical assistant programs account for the largest share of completers (189), followed by dental assistant (43) and massage therapy (40).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status is listed as 'Not found in DAPIP' for this campus. Prospective students should contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link to verify current accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, federal data indicates this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs. Students should confirm alternative payment or financing options directly with the school.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus compared to the Massachusetts state average of 59.7% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for further detail.
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 directly for information on typical program costs and financing.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The College Scorecard link provided may have updated information.
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 the listed phone number or website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville is a private for-profit school. This distinction matters because for-profit schools may have different financial aid eligibility, such as the lack of Title IV participation noted here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided for this campus. Contact the school directly at 617776350043800 or via its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the College Scorecard entry for this school at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?165556 for federal data on outcomes, or contact the school directly to ask about accreditation status.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the data provided for this campus. Contact the school directly to learn what credentials, if any, are required for the medical assistant, dental assistant, or massage therapy fields.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lincoln Technical Institute-Somerville by phone at 617776350043800 or visit https://www.lincolntech.edu/campus/somerville-ma for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in the data provided for this campus. The College Scorecard site can be used to look up and compare other schools offering similar programs.
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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.