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Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos
San Marcos, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 111 Campus Way, San Marcos, CA 92078 · Phone: (760) 299-4500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos is a private for-profit trade school in San Marcos, California, offering medical assistant, phlebotomy, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos has a 70.9% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate 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-San Marcos is $32,210, federal financial aid can be used here since it participates in Title IV, and 47.1% 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 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,490 | $56,040 | $62,790 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
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 | 106 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 75 | $26,937 | $26,254 | $3,166 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | $24,908 | $25,121 | $8,508 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 23 | $36,019 | $45,723 | $26,524 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $26,901 | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $36,019 | $45,723 | $26,524 |
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-San Marcos is a private for-profit trade and career school located in San Marcos, California, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. Across six program families, the school's top programs by enrollment are medical assistant programs, phlebotomy classes, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant programs the largest at 139 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.9%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar institutions. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,673. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,210, and 47.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students are served here.
This campus, with 260 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 573, appears to run shorter, career-focused programs typical of medical-assistant and phlebotomy training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adults changing careers into healthcare support roles. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Specific program lengths, schedules, and course details are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers programs across six families, with the largest being medical assistant programs (139 students), phlebotomy classes (75), and dental assistant schools (32). Pharmacy tech programs are also offered.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.9%, which is above the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,673.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $32,210.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing and ownership structures than public or non-profit institutions; students should factor this into cost comparisons.
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 (760) 299-4500 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?492449.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's enrollment in shorter healthcare-support programs like medical assisting and phlebotomy suggests a focus that may suit adults seeking quicker entry into healthcare careers, though exact program lengths are not reported in federal data.
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 directly to confirm any credentialing steps for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos at (760) 299-4500 or through its website, https://pmi.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing's federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?492449 for comparisons.
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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.