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Gwinnett Institute

Orlando, Florida · Private for-profit college

LPN / LVN programsMedical assistant programs
not reportedcompletion rate · Florida avg 71%
$13,000median debt of graduates
$36,705median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$33,735median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$38,468annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (Accredited)
Address: 1900 North Alafaya Trail Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32826 · Phone: (407) 434-4870 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Gwinnett Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Orlando, FL offering LPN/LVN and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCSC.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Gwinnett Institute carry a median debt of $13,000 and earn a median of $33,735 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 70.5% is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Gwinnett Institute is $38,468, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 78.2% of students receive Pell Grants.

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$50,450$61,770$64,710
Medical assistants$35,880$43,680$46,800

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 84 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 5 $26,321 $25,194 $13,000

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.

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About this school

Gwinnett Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Orlando, Florida, a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The school's two program families are LPN / LVN programs, with 84 completers, and medical assistant programs, with 5 completers, making practical nursing the primary focus of this campus.

Federal data shows some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The completion rate compared with the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate for similar programs is 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,735. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $38,468, and 78.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.

This campus may suit students seeking a short, focused path into practical nursing or medical assisting rather than a multi-year degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this path should independently verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures can change year to year and are not restated here as estimates.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Gwinnett Institute offers LPN / LVN programs (84 completers) and medical assistant programs (5 completers), for a total of two program families.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate for this campus compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data; the state average completion rate is 70.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are $33,735, per federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The listed cost of attendance is $38,468 per year.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Gwinnett Institute is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and outcomes than public or non-profit institutions; students should review cost and outcome data carefully.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (407) 434-4870 or via its website for details.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?499495.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Specific fit for career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's focus on LPN and medical assistant training may appeal to those seeking healthcare-focused programs, but applicants should contact the school to confirm scheduling and format.

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 directly to confirm what credentials its LPN and medical assistant programs prepare students for.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact Gwinnett Institute at (407) 434-4870 or visit https://www.gwinnettcollege.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; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare similar programs in the Orlando area.

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.

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