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Southeastern College-West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, Florida · Private for-profit college
Address: 1756 North Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409 · Phone: (561) 433-2330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southeastern College-West Palm Beach is a private for-profit trade school in West Palm Beach, FL offering medical assistant, surgical technologist, and radiology & sonography programs, accredited by the ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $19,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,200; the campus completion rate is not reported, though the state average is 70.5%.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Southeastern College-West Palm Beach; federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 76.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,390 | $76,750 | $82,650 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 45 | $42,538 | $37,145 | $26,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | $24,566 | $23,262 | $9,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 39 | $42,538 | $37,145 | $26,250 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $38,945 | $37,613 | $14,440 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $24,566 | $23,262 | $9,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $28,998 | $22,830 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | $42,538 | $37,145 | $26,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | $26,663 | $23,054 | $17,719 |
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
Southeastern College-West Palm Beach is a private for-profit trade and career school located in West Palm Beach, Florida. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, surgical technologist programs, and radiology & sonography programs, among eight total program families offered.
In terms of outcomes, the campus's completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $19,000, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $41,200. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 76.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, situated in a large suburb, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in healthcare-related trades such as medical assisting, surgical technology, or radiology. Given the size of the Pell-eligible population, it may also appeal to career changers seeking accessible aid options, though program length and format are not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southeastern College-West Palm Beach offers eight program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, surgical technologist programs, and radiology & sonography programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 70.5%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $19,000, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $41,200 ten years after entry, per 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 at (561) 433-2330 or visit sec.edu for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, financial aid packaging, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?428170.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers is not explicitly reported in federal data; program length and schedule details should be confirmed directly with the school.
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 to learn about specific program credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Southeastern College-West Palm Beach at (561) 433-2330 or visit their website at https://www.sec.edu/ to learn about the application process.
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; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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.