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Sumner College
Portland, Oregon · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 8338 NE Alderwood Road Ste 100, Portland, OR 97220 · Phone: (503) 972-6230 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sumner College is a private for-profit trade school in Portland, Oregon offering LPN/LVN and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Sumner College graduates carry median debt of $16,500 and earn median earnings of $46,639 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Sumner College is $32,497, federal financial aid is accepted, and 33.2% 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 | $64,000 | $80,470 | $90,690 |
| Medical assistants | $43,760 | $50,410 | $59,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oregon (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 | 135 | $51,181 | $49,814 | $16,322 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | 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
Sumner College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Portland, Oregon. The campus participates in federal Title IV student aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based financial aid to help cover costs. Sumner College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Its two program families are LPN / LVN programs and medical assistant programs, with LPN / LVN training (135 completers) and medical assistant training (19 completers) making up the school's primary offerings.
Federal data shows some outcome figures for this campus, though not all. The completion rate compared with the Oregon state average of 55.4% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt among graduates is $16,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $46,639. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $32,497, and 33.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given its focus on LPN/LVN and medical assistant training, this campus may suit students seeking healthcare-focused career programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering healthcare fields may want to weigh the cost of attendance against reported median earnings and debt figures. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sumner College offers LPN / LVN programs (135 completers) and medical assistant programs (19 completers), across two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Sumner College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, with a status of 'Accredited.'
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student 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 for this campus compared to Oregon's state average of 55.4% is not reported in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of Sumner College is $16,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $46,639, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance at Sumner College is $32,497.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sumner College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, aid eligibility rules, and how earnings and debt outcomes are reported compared to public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (503) 972-6230 or visit sumnercollege.edu for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?208512.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused LPN/LVN and medical assistant programs, which may appeal to adults seeking healthcare-focused career training, though fit depends on individual program length and schedule details not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing LPN/LVN or medical assistant programs are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sumner College at (503) 972-6230 or through its website, https://sumnercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?208512 to compare outcomes 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.