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Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, New Jersey · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 111 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608 · Phone: 60998411002025 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Thomas Edison State University is a public trade/career school in Trenton, NJ offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Thomas Edison State University carry a median debt of $12,500 and earn a median of $69,331 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 61.9%, but this campus's own completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Thomas Edison State University; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 23.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 28 | $36,329 | $37,136 | 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
Thomas Edison State University is a public university located in Trenton, New Jersey. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with its nursing offerings additionally recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Within its trade-related offerings, the campus is most associated with medical assistant programs, with 28 completers reported in federal data.
Federal outcome data shows a state average completion rate of 61.9% for comparable programs, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $69,331. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 23.7% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting some enrollment of students with financial need. Total undergraduate enrollment is 6,707.
This campus may suit adult learners or career changers interested in medical assistant training, particularly given the university's broader adult-education mission, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details on program length, cost, and course delivery not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Thomas Edison State University's trade-related offerings center on medical assistant programs, with 28 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the university is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with nursing programs also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $69,331.
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 or check its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Thomas Edison State University is a public institution, which typically means it receives state funding and may offer lower tuition rates than for-profit schools, though this is not confirmed in the data provided.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for this information.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?187046.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details that would confirm adult/career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss its adult-learner focus and course delivery options.
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 for guidance specific to medical assistant programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Thomas Edison State University by phone at 609-984-1100 or visit its website at https://www.tesu.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions 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.