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Quincy College
Quincy, Massachusetts · Public college
Address: 1250 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169 · Phone: (617) 984-1700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Quincy College is a public trade school in Quincy, Massachusetts offering LPN, medical assistant, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $13,874 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,506; the state average completion rate is 59.7%, though this campus's comparison is not reported.
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 33.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
| Medical assistants | $43,280 | $49,460 | $58,100 |
| Surgical technologists | $60,350 | $80,870 | $98,300 |
| Phlebotomists | $42,950 | $50,170 | $57,960 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $40,140 | $50,230 | $54,000 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 23 | not reported | $53,984 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Quincy College is a public trade and career campus in Quincy, Massachusetts, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Because it is a Title IV institution, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The college awards credentials across several trade program families, most notably LPN/LVN programs, medical assistant programs, and surgical technologist programs, with 40 trade completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of about 2,300.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 59.7% for comparable programs, though this campus's own completion rate relative to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,874, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $52,506. About 33.1% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This mix of short clinical-support programs, like phlebotomy and EMT training, alongside longer LPN and surgical tech tracks, may suit both first-time students and adult career changers looking for healthcare-focused credentials, though program length details are not listed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, rather than relying on assumptions about placement or scheduling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Quincy College offers programs including LPN/LVN, medical assistant, surgical technologist, phlebotomy, and EMT training, totaling 6 program families. The top programs by size are LPN/LVN (23), medical assistant (9), and surgical technologist (6).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Quincy College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Quincy College participates in Title IV federal aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Quincy College carry a median debt of $13,874, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates ten years after entry are reported at $52,506.
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 (617) 984-1700 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Quincy College is a public institution, which can affect tuition rates, funding, and accountability compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review detailed outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?167525.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter clinical-support programs, such as phlebotomy and EMT training, and longer clinical tracks like LPN and surgical technology, which may appeal to adult learners, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Quincy College at (617) 984-1700 or through its website, https://www.quincycollege.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; use the College Scorecard to compare specific metrics across institutions.
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.