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Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, Florida · Public college
Address: 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL 33606 · Phone: (813) 253-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hillsborough Community College is a public trade and career school in Tampa, FL offering medical assistant, EMT, and radiology programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Hillsborough Community College carry a median debt of $9,762 and earn a median of $40,782 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate is 70.5%.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Hillsborough Community College; the school does participate in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and about 42.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,390 | $76,750 | $82,650 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $38,940 | $52,910 | $62,820 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Dental hygienists | $75,960 | $91,980 | $96,060 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,370 | $56,670 | $63,620 |
| Construction laborers | $33,280 | $44,030 | $47,970 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1,364 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 240 | $43,177 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 112 | $43,177 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 2–4 years | 59 | $52,598 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 36 | $30,528 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 17 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $30,528 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 15 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $55,979 | not reported | $14,959 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $57,323 | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $29,491 | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $32,869 | $30,771 | $7,306 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $43,177 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 2–4 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $43,177 | $38,289 | $5,500 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 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
Hillsborough Community College is a public college in Tampa, Florida, offering federal financial aid (Title IV) to eligible students. The campus holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. Among its 25 program families, the school's largest trade programs by completions are medical assistant programs (1,364), EMT and paramedic training (369), and radiology and sonography programs (68), alongside offerings in welding, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, culinary, and automotive trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate comparison to the state average of 70.5%, though the specific vs.-state figure is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,762, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,782. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 42.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
With 21,472 undergraduates enrolled and 2,023 trade program completers, this large-city campus serves a broad mix of students, including those in shorter certificate tracks like EMT training and longer allied-health programs like radiology. Career changers should review specific program lengths and clinical requirements directly with the school, since these are not detailed in the data provided. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the accreditors listed and via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hillsborough Community College offers 25 program families, with the largest completions in medical assistant programs (1,364), EMT and paramedic training (369), and radiology and sonography programs (68). Other program families include welding, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, culinary, dental assisting, and automotive trades.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Its accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 42.0% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion percentage is reported as 70.5%, but the specific comparison for this campus versus the state is not reported in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,762, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,782, 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 at (813) 253-7000 or visit hccfl.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hillsborough Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly to confirm timelines for specific programs like medical assisting or EMT training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the program-specific accreditors listed, and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?134495).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a range of shorter allied-health and technical programs alongside longer degree tracks, which may suit adult learners, but specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in the data provided. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hillsborough Community College at (813) 253-7000 or via its website, hccfl.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data provided here. Use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools offering similar programs.
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.