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Trocaire College
Buffalo, New York · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 360 Choate Ave, Buffalo, NY 14220 · Phone: (716) 826-1200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Trocaire College is a private non-profit trade school in Buffalo, NY offering radiology, LPN, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Median graduate debt is $20,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,318, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the completion rate for this campus is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 50.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $67,540 | $98,470 | $110,950 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
| Surgical technologists | $53,680 | $79,550 | $98,140 |
| Massage therapists | $33,280 | $62,630 | $90,030 |
| Medical assistants | $37,280 | $48,000 | $55,120 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | $63,997 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 25 | $37,232 | $38,289 | $18,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $37,232 | $38,289 | $18,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Associate degree | 1 | 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
Trocaire College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Buffalo, New York, a large city setting. The college is accredited, with recognition from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and the New York State Board of Regents. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Its most-awarded programs are radiology and sonography programs, LPN/LVN programs, and surgical technologist programs, among 7 program families total including massage therapy and medical assistant training.
In terms of outcomes, the state average completion rate is 64.0%, though Trocaire's own completion rate and how it compares to that average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $20,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,318. About 50.3% of students receive Pell Grants, pointing to a substantial share of lower-income enrollees. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 984 undergraduates and 93 trade program completers, Trocaire College offers a mix of shorter certificate-style programs and longer allied-health tracks, which may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career-changers depending on the specific program length — though exact program durations are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review verified outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Trocaire College offers 7 program families, most notably radiology & sonography programs, LPN/LVN programs, and surgical technologist programs, along with massage therapy and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Trocaire College is accredited, with recognition from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and the New York State Board of Regents.
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?
The state average completion rate is 64.0%, but Trocaire's specific completion rate and comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $20,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $55,318, per federal data.
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 (716) 826-1200 or visit https://trocaire.edu/ for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Trocaire College is a private non-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid eligibility, and institutional mission compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?196653.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
With 984 undergraduates and 93 trade completers across allied-health fields, the school may suit adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about certification or licensure paths for programs like radiology, LPN, or surgical technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Trocaire College at (716) 826-1200 or visit https://trocaire.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?196653 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.