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Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown
Allentown, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5151 Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18104 · Phone: 610398530040700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown is a private for-profit trade school in Allentown, PA offering medical assistant and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by ACCSC and ACEN.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown has a 61.1% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with graduates carrying $11,250 in median debt and median earnings of $38,683 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown is reported at $40,879, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 71.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,810 | $43,920 | $46,490 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $51,500 | $63,940 | $72,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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, 1–2 years | 142 | $27,916 | $26,284 | $10,932 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 104 | $44,662 | $44,805 | $16,500 |
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
Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown is a private for-profit trade school located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The campus holds accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and, for its nursing offerings, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Because the school participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs (142 completions) and LPN/LVN programs (104 completions), out of 246 trade completers among 628 undergraduate students.
Federal Scorecard data show a completion rate of 61.1%, which is below the state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,683. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $40,879, and 71.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely lower-income student population. Placement rates and specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on two health-focused program families — medical assisting and practical nursing — which typically suit students seeking direct-entry allied health training rather than a broad liberal-arts path. Given the concentration in these two tracks, it may appeal to career changers targeting healthcare support roles, though program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data through the school's accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown offers medical assistant programs (142 completions) and LPN/LVN programs (104 completions), its two program families on record.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 61.1%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,250, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,683, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $40,879.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and Title IV eligibility rules; here, Title IV aid is available.
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 the number or website listed to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the accreditors listed (ACCSC, ACEN) directly or review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?213570.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers concentrated allied-health programs (medical assisting, LPN/LVN) that may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm program-specific credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lincoln Technical Institute-Allentown by phone or through its website, https://www.lincolntech.edu/campus/allentown-pa.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare similar programs in the 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.