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North Bennet Street School
Boston, Massachusetts · Private non-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 150 North Street, Boston, MA 02109 · Phone: 6172270155100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Bennet Street School is a private non-profit trade school in Boston, MA offering construction trades programs, accredited by ACCSC.
North Bennet Street School has a 90.0% completion rate, above the Massachusetts average of 59.7%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $43,993 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at North Bennet Street School is $47,449, federal financial aid can be used, and 19.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers | $45,170 | $63,390 | $88,330 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 2–4 years | 11 | not reported | $37,568 | $9,500 |
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
North Bennet Street School is a private non-profit trade school located in Boston, Massachusetts. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's primary offering is construction trades programs, which accounted for 33 of its recent program completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.0%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $43,993. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $47,449, and 19.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Median earnings relative to program length and program-specific completion rates are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students interested in hands-on construction trades training, including adult learners or career changers, though specific program lengths and scheduling details are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Enrollment is small, with 155 undergraduates total in a large-city setting. To verify current accreditation status, program details, and outcomes, prospective students can check the accreditor listing or search the school on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard using the link provided by the school or through a general search.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North Bennet Street School primarily offers construction trades programs, with 33 recent program completions in this family. The school lists a total of 2 program offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, North Bennet Street School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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, to help pay for tuition.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.0%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $43,993.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $47,449.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North Bennet Street School is a private non-profit institution. Non-profit status generally means the school reinvests revenue into programs rather than distributing profits to shareholders, though this does not by itself indicate program quality.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (617) 227-0155 or via https://www.nbss.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?167297.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers hands-on construction trades training, which may appeal to career changers, but specific details on scheduling flexibility or adult-learner support are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
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 directly to learn about any required credentials for construction trades work.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North Bennet Street School by phone at (617) 227-0155 or visit their website at https://www.nbss.edu/ for application information.
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; prospective students can use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?167297 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.