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Mcvsd

Freehold, New Jersey · Public community college · Training programs available:

Cosmetology schoolsLPN / LVN programs
53%completion rate · New Jersey avg 62%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$29,838median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$45,062median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$29,133annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Secondary Education (Accredited)
Address: 4000 Kozloski Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728 · Phone: 73243179420 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Mcvsd is a public trade school in Freehold, New Jersey offering Cosmetology schools and LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education.

Mcvsd's completion rate is 52.9%, below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,062, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Mcvsd is $29,133, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, where 74.6% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Mcvsd Mcvsd: 52.9% 52.9% New Jersey average New Jersey average: 61.9% 61.9% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$32,220$36,150$53,580
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$63,210$75,160$79,980

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 40 $19,158 $16,786 not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 12 not reported $46,321 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.

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About this school

Mcvsd is a public trade and career training campus in Freehold, New Jersey, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by students who attend. The campus awards programs primarily in two families: Cosmetology schools, which account for the largest share of its programs, and LPN / LVN programs, based on the top program data reported.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.9 percent, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9 percent. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $45,062. Median debt carried by graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,133, and 74.6 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need.

This campus may suit students pursuing focused, program-specific training in cosmetology or practical nursing rather than a broad associate-degree pathway, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Given the enrollment size of 67 undergraduates and 52 trade completers, prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data independently, consult the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Mcvsd offers two program families: Cosmetology schools (40 completers) and LPN / LVN programs (12 completers), making cosmetology its largest program area.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Mcvsd is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may 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 52.9 percent, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9 percent.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at 73243179420 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $45,062, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,133.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Mcvsd is a public institution, which typically means lower relative tuition and public oversight compared to for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 73243179420 or via its website for schedule details.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?374592.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify whether programs are designed for adult career changers; specific fit should be confirmed by contacting the school about program format and scheduling.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensure requirements for cosmetology or LPN roles are not detailed in this data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Mcvsd by phone at 73243179420 or visit its website at https://www.mcvsd.org/ for application information.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and earnings across schools.

Other trade and career schools in Freehold, NJ

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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.

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