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Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus

Pittsfield, Massachusetts · Private for-profit career school

LPN / LVN programsMedical assistant programsCosmetology schoolsMassage therapy schools
not reportedcompletion rate · Massachusetts avg 60%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
not reportedmedian earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: not found in the federal accreditation database (Not found in DAPIP)
Address: 100 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 · Phone: (413) 499-8618 · 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.

Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus is a private for-profit trade school in Pittsfield, Massachusetts offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and cosmetology programs.

Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate in Massachusetts is 59.7%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), but Pell Grant recipient share is not reported.

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$61,690$80,220$84,570
Medical assistants$43,280$49,460$58,100
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$31,600$37,290$60,340
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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 26 $38,596 $40,132 $19,000
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 14 $31,073 $28,236 $18,625
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 11 not reported not reported not reported
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Certificate, 1–2 years 8 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

Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, a small city setting. The campus participates in federal student aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Accreditation status for this campus was not found in the DAPIP database, so prospective students should confirm current accreditation directly with the school. The campus offers four program families, most notably LPN/LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology programs, with LPN/LVN as the largest by completer count.

In terms of outcomes data, 59 students completed trade programs at this campus in the reporting period. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Massachusetts is 59.7%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average 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.

This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in healthcare support or cosmetology fields rather than a traditional multi-year degree path, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Career changers should independently verify program length, licensing requirements, and costs by contacting the school directly. To verify accreditation and outcomes, prospective students can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and contact the school at the number or website listed.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus offers programs in four families: LPN/LVN programs, medical assistant programs, cosmetology, and massage therapy. The largest by completer count are LPN/LVN programs (26), medical assistant programs (14), and cosmetology (11).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Accreditation status for this campus was not found in the DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (413) 499-8618 or visit its website to confirm current accreditation.

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

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.

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

This campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The Massachusetts state average completion rate is 59.7%, and 59 students completed trade programs here in the reporting period.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link or contact the school for further information.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard for any available regional or program-level 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 at (413) 499-8618 or via its website for current tuition figures.

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

Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid packaging, and accreditation oversight compared to public or non-profit institutions. Students should compare costs and outcomes carefully before enrolling.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration for LPN/LVN, medical assistant, or cosmetology tracks.

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

You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link, or contact the school directly at (413) 499-8618 or through its website.

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

The data does not specify program schedules or formats needed to judge fit for adult career changers. Contact the school to ask about scheduling options and support services for working adults.

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

Licensing requirements are not detailed in the available data, though fields like LPN/LVN and cosmetology typically require state licensure. Contact the school or your state licensing board to confirm specific requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus by phone at (413) 499-8618 or through its website at https://www.mildred-elley.edu/.

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

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data. Use the College Scorecard to look up and compare other schools offering similar programs in the area.

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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