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Rockland Community College
Suffern, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 145 College Rd, Suffern, NY 10901 · Phone: (845) 574-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rockland Community College is a public trade school in Suffern, NY offering auto mechanic, medical assistant, and culinary programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Rockland Community College has a 29.1% completion rate, below the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $8,497 and median earnings of $50,243 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Rockland Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants used by 26.2% of students, can be applied here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $35,470 | $54,120 | $73,320 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $46,260 | $70,670 | $93,240 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | $44,572 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | 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
Rockland Community College is a public trade and career campus in Suffern, New York, located in a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid here. It holds accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Its most-awarded trade programs are auto mechanic training, medical assistant programs, and culinary & pastry arts.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.1%, which is below the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,497, and median earnings ten years after entry are $50,243. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment among the school's 3,834 undergraduates.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on trade credentials in automotive, medical assisting, or culinary fields rather than long academic degree tracks; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those weighing a career change should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rockland Community College's most-awarded trade programs are auto mechanic schools, medical assistant programs, and culinary & pastry schools, with 3 program families reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 29.1%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,497, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $50,243, according to the 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rockland Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-based aid alongside federal Title IV programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (845) 574-4000 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?195058 and confirm accreditation status through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers programs in auto mechanics, medical assisting, and culinary arts, fields often associated with shorter, hands-on training, but specific program lengths and adult-focused scheduling are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rockland Community College at (845) 574-4000 or through its website at https://www.sunyrockland.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare specific metrics with other 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.