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Middlesex College
Edison, New Jersey · Public community college
Address: 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08837 · Phone: (732) 548-6000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Middlesex College is a public trade and career school in Edison, NJ offering dental hygiene, radiology and sonography, and culinary programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Middlesex College has a 33.4% completion rate, below the New Jersey average of 61.9%, with median graduate debt of $9,750 and median earnings of $46,861 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 32.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental hygienists | $94,260 | $107,040 | $115,470 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $71,770 | $95,000 | $103,510 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $49,200 | $74,280 | $82,200 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $65,365 | $55,964 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $55,635 | $51,106 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | 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.
About this school
Middlesex College is a public trade and career campus in Edison, New Jersey. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with specialized program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Its most-awarded trade programs are dental hygiene, radiology and sonography, and culinary and pastry arts.
Looking at the numbers reported for this campus: the completion rate is 33.4%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Median debt among graduates is $9,750, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,861. About 32.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, licensure-track programs in dental hygiene, radiology, or culinary arts within a larger public college setting serving over 8,000 undergraduates. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included here, so contacting the school directly is recommended. To verify accreditation and outcomes yourself, check with the listed accreditors or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for Middlesex College.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Middlesex College's most-awarded trade programs are dental hygiene (24 completers), radiology and sonography (23), and culinary and pastry arts (11), among 4 total program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited overall by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Middlesex College participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.4%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,750, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,861, per the College Scorecard.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Middlesex College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for state residents compared to private for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the data provided; contact the school directly at (732) 548-6000 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 Higher Education and specialized accreditors listed, and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?185536.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data provided does not specify program formats or schedules needed to judge fit for adult career changers, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; prospective students should confirm with the school which programs, such as dental hygiene or radiologic technology, lead to state licensure.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Middlesex College at (732) 548-6000 or visit https://www.middlesexcollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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.