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Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215 · Phone: (315) 498-2622 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Onondaga Community College is a public trade and career school in Syracuse, NY, offering surgical technologist, medical assistant, and EMT & paramedic training programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Onondaga Community College has a 27.4% completion rate, below the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $10,000 and median earnings of $41,190 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 27.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical technologists | $53,680 | $79,550 | $98,140 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $39,890 | $48,400 | $63,870 |
| Medical records specialists | $40,730 | $61,720 | $79,120 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $46,260 | $70,670 | $93,240 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,470 | $54,120 | $73,320 |
| Machinists | $40,560 | $60,920 | $74,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $38,156 | $37,208 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | $39,729 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $33,382 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Onondaga Community College is a public trade and career school located in Syracuse, New York, in a large suburb setting. The college participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for eligible programs. It holds accreditation through several bodies, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, among others. Its most-awarded trade programs are surgical technologist programs, medical assistant programs, and EMT & paramedic training, part of a broader set of eight program families including culinary, auto mechanic, CNC machining, and medical billing and coding tracks.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 27.4%, which is below the state average of 64.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $41,190. About 27.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus offers a mix of short career-training tracks and longer associate-degree-style programs across health, culinary, and technical fields, which may appeal to both new students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the listed accrediting bodies and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Onondaga Community College's top trade programs are surgical technologist programs, medical assistant programs, and EMT & paramedic training, among eight program families that also include culinary, auto mechanic, CNC machining, and medical billing and coding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, with recognition from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the New York State Board of Regents.
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 apply for FAFSA-based aid, including federal loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 27.4%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $10,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry were $41,190, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (315) 498-2622 or visit sunyocc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower published tuition for state residents and continued eligibility for federal financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (315) 498-2622 or check sunyocc.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the listed accreditors and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?194222.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of health, culinary, and technical program families, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and program-length details are not reported here for a firm assessment.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (315) 498-2622 for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Onondaga Community College at (315) 498-2622 or through its website, https://www.sunyocc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?194222 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.