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Triton College
River Grove, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2000 5th Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 · Phone: (708) 456-0300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Triton College is a public trade and career school in River Grove, Illinois, offering CNA classes, EMT training, and radiology programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Triton College's completion rate is 29.0%, below the state average of 58.4%; median graduate debt is $9,413 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,728, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Triton College; the school participates in Title IV federal aid, and about 24.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Construction laborers | $38,880 | $60,690 | $95,240 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,560 | $64,650 | $77,670 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,330 | $58,830 | $73,620 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $50,250 | $99,950 | $120,050 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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, under 300 hours | 176 | $20,417 | $18,087 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 61 | $40,312 | $35,060 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 27 | $53,274 | $52,357 | $10,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 20 | $53,274 | $52,357 | $10,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 20 | not reported | $42,682 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | $53,274 | $52,357 | $10,500 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $32,925 | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | 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
Triton College is a public trade and career training campus in River Grove, Illinois, located in a large suburb. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for programs. Triton is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 15 program families, the campus awards the most completions in CNA classes (176), EMT and paramedic training (61), and radiology and sonography programs (47).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 29.0%, below the state average of 58.4%. Median debt among graduates is $9,413, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,728. About 24.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 6,902 undergraduates and 395 trade program completers, Triton offers a mix of short certificate programs, like CNA and EMT training, and longer allied-health tracks such as radiology and sonography. The variety of short-term options may suit adult students or career changers looking for quicker entry points into healthcare or technical fields, though program length details beyond completer counts are not specified here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed 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?
Triton College offers 15 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology and sonography programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Triton College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Triton College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so 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 is 29.0%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among Triton College graduates is $9,413, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,728, per the U.S. Department of Education 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 (708) 456-0300 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Triton College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools, though specific tuition is not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in this data; contact Triton College directly to confirm schedules for programs like CNA, EMT, or radiology training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?149532.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of short-term programs such as CNA and EMT training alongside longer allied-health tracks, which may appeal to career changers, though fit depends on individual goals and is not something federal data can confirm directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact Triton College or check with Illinois state licensing boards for programs like EMT, radiology, or CNA.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Triton College at (708) 456-0300 or visit https://www.triton.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?149532 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.