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New Community Career & Technical Institute
Newark, New Jersey · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 274 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103 · Phone: (973) 639-5604 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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New Community Career & Technical Institute is a private non-profit trade school in Newark, New Jersey offering medical assistant, auto mechanic, and culinary programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 54.2% completion rate versus a 61.9% state average, with graduates carrying $2,808 in median debt and $40,200 in median earnings 10 years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at New Community Career & Technical Institute is $13,701, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 62.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,500 | $56,610 | $75,410 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | $2,020 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | 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
New Community Career & Technical Institute is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Newark, New Jersey. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's top programs are medical assistant programs, auto mechanic schools, and culinary & pastry schools, with medical assistant training being the largest at 8 programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 54.2%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $2,808, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $40,200. The annual cost of attendance is $13,701, and 62.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with a small enrollment of 11 undergraduates and 15 trade completers, appears suited to students seeking short, hands-on career training in fields like healthcare, automotive repair, or culinary arts rather than long-term associate degree study. Whether the format fits adult career-changers specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
New Community Career & Technical Institute offers medical assistant programs, auto mechanic schools, and culinary & pastry schools. Medical assistant training is the largest program area with 8 offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
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 and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 54.2%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $2,808, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,200.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $13,701.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status can affect institutional priorities and how tuition revenue is used, though this does not by itself indicate program quality.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (973) 639-5604 or via https://www.newcommunity.org/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437723.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the program mix of short, hands-on training in medical assisting, auto mechanics, and culinary arts may appeal to career changers, but you should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (973) 639-5604 to ask about licensing requirements tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact New Community Career & Technical Institute by phone at (973) 639-5604 or visit https://www.newcommunity.org/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported in the available federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437723 to compare similar programs at other schools.
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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.