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Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences
New York, New York · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 226 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10001 · Phone: 2129245900131 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY offering massage therapy, medical assistant, and medical billing & coding programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 56.6% completion rate, below the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $22,146 and median earnings of $29,699 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 75.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $33,280 | $62,630 | $90,030 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
| Medical records specialists | $40,730 | $61,720 | $79,120 |
| Surgical technologists | $53,680 | $79,550 | $98,140 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 69 | $30,938 | $24,267 | $28,859 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 68 | not reported | not reported | $12,798 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | $33,024 | $18,771 | $12,403 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $40,994 | $45,794 | $20,041 |
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
Swedish Institute a College of Health Sciences is a private for-profit trade and career school located in New York, NY. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards four program families, most commonly massage therapy schools, medical assistant programs, and medical billing & coding programs.
Among the numbers reported for this campus: the completion rate is 56.6%, which is below the state average of 64.0%. Median debt for graduates who completed a program is $22,146, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,699. About 75.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on allied health and wellness training rather than a multi-year degree, given its focus on massage therapy, medical assisting, and billing/coding programs; 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 can verify accreditation status through the ACCSC and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers four program families, most notably massage therapy schools, medical assistant programs, and medical billing & coding programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), with an active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 56.6%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $22,146, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,699, 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, a distinction that can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and accreditation type compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the ACCSC and review official federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?196389).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on massage therapy, medical assisting, and billing/coding suggests shorter, skills-based training, but specific fit for career changers depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; confirm with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check with New York state licensing boards for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 2129245900131 or visit its website at https://www.swedishinstitute.edu/ for admissions information.
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 to look up and compare other institutions in New York.
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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.