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North-West College-Glendale
Glendale, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 221 North Brand, Glendale, CA 91203 · Phone: (818) 242-0205 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North-West College-Glendale is a private for-profit trade school in Glendale, California offering medical assistant, medical billing and coding, and pharmacy technician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
North-West College-Glendale has a 62.8% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $37,542 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at North-West College-Glendale is $40,484, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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, 1–2 years | 48 | $25,658 | $22,256 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $25,769 | $24,649 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $25,658 | $22,256 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $21,632 | $21,394 | $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-West College-Glendale is a private for-profit trade and career training campus located in Glendale, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students may use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to attend. The campus offers four program families, most commonly medical assistant programs, medical billing and coding programs, and pharmacy technician programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 62.8%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,542. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,484, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training in healthcare support fields such as medical assisting, billing and coding, or pharmacy technician work, rather than a multi-year degree path. Program length details beyond enrollment and completion figures are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students—including career changers—should confirm schedules, format, and specific program lengths directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures independently, prospective students can check the accreditor listing and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North-West College-Glendale offers four program families, most notably medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and pharmacy technician programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), with an accreditation status 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, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, and about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 62.8%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $37,542.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $40,484.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North-West College-Glendale is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and the type of federal oversight applied compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (818) 242-0205 or visit https://www.nw.edu/ to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACCSC and review federal outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?372028.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered—medical assisting, billing and coding, and pharmacy technician training—are common entry points for career changers, though specific fit depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; confirm with the school.
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 to learn about certification exams tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North-West College-Glendale at (818) 242-0205 or through its website at https://www.nw.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?372028 to compare institutions directly.
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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.