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York County Community College
Wells, Maine · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 112 College Drive, Wells, ME 04090 · Phone: (207) 216-4300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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York County Community College is a public trade and career school in Wells, Maine, offering CNC & machining, culinary & pastry, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
York County Community College has a 33.8% completion rate, below the Maine state average of 56.7%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $8,861 and median earnings of $44,873 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for York County Community College; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and about 24.9% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machinists | $45,760 | $59,160 | $72,640 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $48,430 | $57,010 | $63,060 |
| Medical assistants | $40,220 | $47,580 | $51,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $30,847 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 3 | 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
York County Community College is a public, Title IV-eligible community college located in Wells, Maine, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (with nursing programs additionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing). The campus's trade and career programs are concentrated in CNC & machining, culinary & pastry, and medical assistant training, drawing from its listed 5 program families and 20 recent trade completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.8%, which is below the Maine state average of 56.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,861 and report median earnings of $44,873 ten years after entry. About 24.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 1,133 in a small suburb setting, York County Community College offers a mix of shorter career-focused programs and associate-level study; whether a given track fits a working adult or career changer depends on the specific program's schedule and length, which is not detailed here. Prospective students should confirm current program offerings, schedules, and costs directly with the school, and can verify accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
York County Community College offers CNC & machining programs, culinary & pastry programs, and medical assistant programs, among 5 total program families listed.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, with nursing programs also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
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 completion rate is 33.8%, which is below the Maine state average of 56.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,861, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates are $44,873 ten years after entry, 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
York County Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal support compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (207) 216-4300 or visit yccc.edu for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?420440.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules, so fit for adult career changers is not reported; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach York County Community College at (207) 216-4300 or through its website, https://www.yccc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; check the College Scorecard link 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.