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UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ
Cranford, New Jersey · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, NJ 07016 · Phone: (908) 709-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is a public trade and career school in Cranford, New Jersey offering LPN/LVN, radiology and sonography, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 35.4% completion rate versus a 61.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $15,091 and median earnings of $41,595 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 43.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $63,210 | $75,160 | $79,980 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $71,770 | $95,000 | $103,510 |
| Medical assistants | $37,010 | $47,210 | $49,920 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $45,550 | $53,610 | $60,900 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,500 | $56,610 | $75,410 |
| Medical records specialists | $33,280 | $50,240 | $64,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $47,874 | $43,575 | $15,250 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 19 | $51,721 | $56,776 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | $55,512 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $55,512 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $55,512 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative 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
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is a public community college located in Cranford, New Jersey, within a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs hold accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, along with specialized accreditation from the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation. Among its trade and career offerings, the top programs by completions are LPN/LVN programs (42 completers), radiology and sonography programs (22 completers), and medical assistant programs (19 completers), spanning a total of 7 program families including EMT training, auto mechanic training, and medical billing and coding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 35.4%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Median debt among graduates is reported at $15,091, and median earnings 10 years after entry stand at $41,595. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 43.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Total undergraduate enrollment at the institution is 7,939.
Given its mix of shorter career-focused programs like LPN and medical assistant training alongside longer associate-degree paths in fields like radiology, this campus may suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers seeking healthcare-sector credentials, though program length details are not specified here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers 7 program families including LPN/LVN programs, radiology and sonography programs, medical assistant programs, EMT training, auto mechanic schools, and medical billing and coding. The top programs by completions are LPN/LVN (42), radiology and sonography (22), and medical assistant programs (19).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its institutional accreditor is the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, with program-specific accreditation from the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education and the National League for Nursing's Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school 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 35.4%, which is below the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $15,091 per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,595 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 at (908) 709-7000 or via https://www.ucc.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though actual costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length details are not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm specific program durations.
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 at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?187198.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of career-focused programs like LPN, medical assistant, and medical billing and coding suggests potential fit for career changers, though specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn about requirements for fields like LPN or radiology technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (908) 709-7000 or visit its website at https://www.ucc.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; use 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.