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New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut
Somers, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 32 Field Rd, Somers, CT 06071 · Phone: (800) 243-3544 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut is a private for-profit trade school in Somers, CT offering CDL / truck driving training, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this school's completion rate is 69.1%, near the state average of 71.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $44,444 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut is $19,386, federal financial aid can be used here, and 45.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $47,160 | $60,490 | $69,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 510 | $38,151 | $35,748 | $6,333 |
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 England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut is a private for-profit trade school located in Somers, Connecticut, in a fringe rural setting. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus focuses on a single program family, CDL and truck driving training, which has produced 510 completers among a current undergraduate enrollment of 289.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.1%, which is near the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $44,444. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,386, and 45.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Any figures not listed here are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because this school offers a single, focused CDL training program rather than multi-year associate degrees, it may suit students looking for a shorter, career-specific credential rather than a broader academic path. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on the specific program length and schedule, which are not detailed in this data set — prospective students should confirm those details directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcome figures independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges directly and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers CDL / truck driving school training (program code 510), which is its only reported program family, with 510 completers recorded.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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-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 69.1%, which is near the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,333.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $44,444.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,386.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported earnings and debt figures.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 243-3544 or visit https://www.nettts.com/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?129932.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or length, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from this data alone; contact the school directly for scheduling details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details specific to CDL licensing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (800) 243-3544 or through its website at https://www.nettts.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby CDL training schools is not reported in this data set; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?129932 to compare campuses.
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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.