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Middlesex Community College

Bedford, Massachusetts · Public community college · Training programs available:

Radiology & sonography programsDental hygiene programsPhlebotomy classesDental assistant schoolsMedical assistant programsAviation maintenance (A&P) schools
23%completion rate · Massachusetts avg 60%
$7,291median debt of graduates
$40,318median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$50,651median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology | New England Commission of Higher Education (Accredited)
Address: 591 Springs Rd, Bedford, MA 01730 · Phone: (800) 818-3434 · 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.

Middlesex Community College is a public trade and career school in Bedford, MA offering radiology, dental hygiene, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Middlesex Community College has a 23.4% completion rate versus a 59.7% state average, with graduates carrying $7,291 in median debt and earning $50,651 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Middlesex Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants used by 20.0% of students, is accepted here.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Middlesex Community C… Middlesex Community C…: 23.4% 23.4% Massachusetts average Massachusetts average: 59.7% 59.7% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Radiologic technologists and technicians$75,350$103,620$122,900
Dental hygienists$93,510$100,640$106,220
Phlebotomists$42,950$50,170$57,960
Dental assistants$47,270$57,980$60,720
Medical assistants$43,280$49,460$58,100
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians$75,180$93,040$99,290

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Associate degree 19 $64,791 $57,318 $13,312
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 13 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 12 $57,166 $56,641 $10,375
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Associate degree 12 $57,166 $56,641 $10,375
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 7 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 4 not reported not reported not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Associate degree 2 $64,791 $57,318 $13,312
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 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.

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About this school

Middlesex Community College is a public trade and career school located in Bedford, Massachusetts, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its radiologic technology program carries accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Among its 8 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in radiology and sonography programs, dental hygiene programs, and phlebotomy classes.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 23.4%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,291, and median earnings ten years after entry were $50,651. About 20.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body has demonstrated financial need. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.

This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, program-specific credentials in fields like radiology, dental hygiene, or phlebotomy rather than a traditional two-year degree track, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status and confirm current outcomes by contacting the school directly at (800) 818-3434 or reviewing its official U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard profile before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Middlesex Community College's top programs are radiology and sonography, dental hygiene, and phlebotomy classes, among 8 total program families that include medical assistant, dental assistant, and aviation mechanic programs.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its radiologic technology program is separately accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

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

Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 23.4%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, per federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $7,291, according to federal College Scorecard data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are $50,651, per federal 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 for current tuition figures.

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

Middlesex Community College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to private for-profit schools, though this varies by program.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 818-3434 to confirm program schedules.

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

You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review detailed outcome data on the school's College Scorecard profile at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?166887.

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

The presence of shorter, program-specific credentials like phlebotomy classes and dental hygiene may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.

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

Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials each program prepares graduates to pursue.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Middlesex Community College at (800) 818-3434 or visit https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/ for application details.

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

Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard 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.

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