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Maria College of Albany
Albany, New York · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 700 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 · Phone: (518) 438-3111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2026 · Probation · American Occupational Therapy Association; Apr 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation. 7 sanction actions in the window.
Maria College of Albany is a private non-profit trade school in Albany, New York offering medical assistant and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Maria College of Albany carry a median debt of $20,528 and earn a median of $55,458 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Maria College of Albany; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 55.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | Associate degree | 30 | $35,248 | $35,351 | $19,371 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | $15,208 |
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
Maria College of Albany is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Albany, New York. The college participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for their education. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. The two program families most represented at this campus are medical assistant programs (30 completers) and LPN/LVN programs (18 completers), for a total of 48 trade program completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 656.
Federal data shows a median debt of $20,528 among program graduates and median earnings of $55,458 ten years after entry. The state average completion percentage is reported at 64.0%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. About 55.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing medical assistant or licensed practical nurse credentials, including adult career changers, though specific program lengths and scheduling are not detailed here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school directly for tuition and enrollment details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Maria College of Albany offers medical assistant programs (30 completers) and LPN/LVN programs (18 completers), totaling 48 trade program completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, along with New York State Board of Regents oversight.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 64.0%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $20,528, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $55,458, per federal Scorecard 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 at (518) 438-3111 or visit mariacollege.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Maria College of Albany is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status generally means tuition revenue is reinvested into the institution rather than distributed to shareholders.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program duration for medical assistant or LPN/LVN tracks.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?192785.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused medical assistant and LPN/LVN programs, which are commonly pursued by career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; contact the school to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the available data; the LPN program typically leads to a licensure exam, but applicants should confirm specific requirements directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Maria College of Albany at (518) 438-3111 or visit https://www.mariacollege.edu/ 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 this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?192785 to compare 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.