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North-West College-Pomona
Pomona, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 170 W Holt Ave, Pomona, CA 91768 · Phone: (909) 623-1552 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North-West College-Pomona is a private for-profit trade school in Pomona, California, offering LPN/LVN, medical assistant, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, North-West College-Pomona has a 71.0% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $39,876 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at North-West College-Pomona is $35,112, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 64.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 64 | $39,321 | $34,625 | $18,482 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 63 | $23,650 | $21,789 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $20,346 | $19,592 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $23,650 | $21,789 | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | $18,087 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $26,845 | $24,366 | $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-Pomona is a private for-profit trade school located in Pomona, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards six program families, with the largest numbers of completers in LPN/LVN programs (64), medical assistant programs (63), and dental assistant schools (20).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.0%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs in California. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entering the program were reported at $39,876. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $35,112, and 64.7% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given the program mix — LPN/LVN, medical assistant, dental assistant, pharmacy tech, massage therapy, and medical billing/coding — this campus is oriented toward short, career-focused training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adult students or career changers looking for a faster path into healthcare-adjacent fields. Enrollment stood at 381 undergraduates with 175 trade completers reported. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
North-West College-Pomona offers six program families including LPN/LVN programs, medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, pharmacy tech programs, massage therapy schools, and medical billing/coding. The largest programs by completions are LPN/LVN (64), medical assistant (63), and dental assistant (20).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the 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. About 64.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.0%, which is above the California state average of 64.2% per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500 per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $39,876 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $35,112.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
North-West College-Pomona is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and typically means less direct public subsidy compared to public 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 to confirm program duration.
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 outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?120069.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix of short, career-focused healthcare-related training (LPN/LVN, medical assistant, dental assistant) suggests this campus may fit adults seeking faster entry into healthcare fields, though specific program lengths are not reported here.
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 (909) 623-1552 or visit https://www.north-westcollege.edu/ to confirm licensing requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach North-West College-Pomona at (909) 623-1552 or through its website at https://www.north-westcollege.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; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?120069 to compare similar 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.