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Orange Technical College-West Campus
Winter Garden, Florida · Public
Address: 955 E Story Rd, Winter Garden, FL 34787 · Phone: (407) 905-2018 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Orange Technical College-West Campus is a public trade school in Winter Garden, Florida offering cosmetology, medical assistant, and plumbing programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Orange Technical College-West Campus has a 70.9% completion rate, near the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate earnings of $25,145 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Orange Technical College-West Campus is reported at $18,009, and the school participates in Title IV federal aid, with 7.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,940 | $52,910 | $62,820 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,760 | $43,590 | $47,570 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Construction laborers | $33,280 | $44,030 | $47,970 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 63 | $16,401 | $17,107 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 32 | $16,401 | $17,107 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $23,837 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | not reported | $16,663 | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 22 | not reported | $34,847 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 19 | $16,401 | $17,107 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $16,401 | $17,107 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $23,837 | $25,194 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $16,401 | $17,107 | 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
Orange Technical College-West Campus is a public trade and career-training campus in Winter Garden, Florida, located in a large suburb. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding. Across its 13 program families, the campus's most-completed programs are cosmetology schools (95 completers), medical assistant programs (28 completers), and plumbing schools (25 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.9%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates report median earnings of $25,145 ten years after entry. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. The estimated annual cost of attendance is $18,009, and 7.6% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a lower share of low-income students relative to many trade campuses.
With 677 undergraduate students and 267 trade program completers reported, this campus offers a range of short career-training programs alongside its cosmetology and medical assistant tracks. Because program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, prospective students should contact the school directly to determine schedule fit for working adults or career changers. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the Council on Occupational Education directly and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard using the campus's official listing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Orange Technical College-West Campus offers 13 program families, with the most completions in cosmetology schools (95), medical assistant programs (28), and plumbing schools (25). Other listed families include HVAC, welding, electrician, culinary, and construction trades programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with a status listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.9%, which is near the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (407) 905-2018 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $25,145, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $18,009 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition costs and Title IV eligibility, as confirmed for this campus.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (407) 905-2018 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?138372.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this dataset; contact the school directly for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Orange Technical College-West Campus at (407) 905-2018 or through its website at https://www.orangetechcollege.net/campuses/west_campus.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide comparative rankings between schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across nearby campuses.
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.