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SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
Cobleskill, New York · Public college · Training programs available:
Address: State Route 7, Cobleskill, NY 12043 · Phone: (518) 255-5525 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is a public trade and career school in Cobleskill, NY offering EMT training, diesel mechanic programs, and culinary arts, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $16,023 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $45,030; the state average completion rate is 64.0%, though this campus's comparison is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for SUNY Cobleskill; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, is available, and 43.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $39,890 | $48,400 | $63,870 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $48,360 | $70,100 | $86,450 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 14 | $44,713 | $47,260 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $24,267 | 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
SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is a public college located in Cobleskill, New York. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its trade and career offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in EMT & paramedic training, followed by diesel mechanic programs and culinary & pastry programs, with 51 completers across these trade programs and an overall undergraduate enrollment of 1,904 students.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 64.0%, though how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $16,023, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $45,030. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 43.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, located in a distant town setting, offers a mix of short-term trade programs and longer academic pathways. Given the range of program types from EMT training to culinary arts, it may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus's top trade programs are EMT & paramedic training, diesel mechanic schools, and culinary & pastry schools, totaling 4 program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 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 state average completion rate is 64.0%, but how this campus's completion rate compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this school have a median debt of $16,023, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $45,030.
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 (518) 255-5525 or visit https://www.cobleskill.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which generally means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-based aid programs, in addition to federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length details are 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 Middle States Commission on Higher Education and check federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?196033.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a mix of trade programs like EMT training, diesel mechanics, and culinary arts alongside academic degree programs, but specific fit for adult career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss individual circumstances.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (518) 255-5525 or visit its website at https://www.cobleskill.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?196033 to compare schools directly.
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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.