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Pima Medical Institute-Denver
Denver, Colorado · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 7475 Dakin St. Suite 100, Denver, CO 80221 · Phone: (303) 426-1800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pima Medical Institute-Denver is a private for-profit trade school in Denver, Colorado offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and CNA programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Pima Medical Institute-Denver has a 72.7% completion rate, near Colorado's 69.2% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $38,673 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Pima Medical Institute-Denver is $26,476, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 42.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,130 | $48,400 | $55,570 |
| Dental assistants | $38,500 | $48,340 | $58,340 |
| Nursing assistants | $38,690 | $47,380 | $49,920 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $63,270 | $87,760 | $103,780 |
| Surgical technologists | $51,040 | $75,740 | $83,000 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $39,810 | $49,970 | $58,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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 | 161 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 56 | $24,908 | $25,121 | $8,508 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 40 | $25,047 | $25,194 | $8,894 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 39 | $36,019 | $45,723 | $26,524 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 32 | $36,019 | $45,723 | $26,524 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $53,594 | $54,438 | $26,923 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $53,594 | $54,438 | $26,923 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
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
Pima Medical Institute-Denver is a private for-profit career school located in Denver, Colorado. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Occupational Therapy Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Students at this campus can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's most-completed programs are medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and CNA classes.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.7%, which is near the Colorado state average of 69.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,673. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,476, and 42.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, situated in a large suburb, offers a mix of shorter certificate-style programs like CNA classes alongside more involved allied-health training such as radiology and surgical technology, which may suit adult students and career changers looking for a structured, health-focused path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the listed accreditors 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?
Pima Medical Institute-Denver's most-completed programs are medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and CNA classes, among 8 total programs across families including radiology tech and surgical tech.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the American Occupational Therapy Association, American Physical Therapy Association, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 42.7% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.7%, which is near the Colorado state average of 69.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,673, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,476.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Pima Medical Institute-Denver is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and eligibility for certain aid or transfer arrangements compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (303) 426-1800 or visit pmi.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?404912.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of allied-health programs from shorter certificate options like CNA classes to more advanced training, though fit for adult career changers should be confirmed directly with the school since program schedules are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pima Medical Institute-Denver at (303) 426-1800 or through their website, pmi.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard 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.