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Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, Massachusetts · Public community college
Address: 444 Green St, Gardner, MA 01440 · Phone: (978) 632-6600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mount Wachusett Community College is a public trade and career school in Gardner, Massachusetts offering medical assistant, LPN, and dental hygiene programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Mount Wachusett Community College has a 23.8% completion rate, below the Massachusetts average of 59.7%, with median graduate debt of $10,252 and median earnings of $41,118 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Mount Wachusett Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 43.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $43,280 | $49,460 | $58,100 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
| Dental hygienists | $93,510 | $100,640 | $106,220 |
| Dental assistants | $47,270 | $57,980 | $60,720 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,370 | $60,760 | $78,560 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $40,140 | $50,230 | $54,000 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 38 | not reported | not reported | $7,473 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 26 | $44,405 | $37,054 | $10,720 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $50,109 | $55,547 | $12,134 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $52,952 | $56,157 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 8 | $44,405 | $37,054 | $10,720 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | $7,473 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | $44,405 | $37,054 | $10,720 |
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
Mount Wachusett Community College is a public community college in Gardner, Massachusetts. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based grants and loans to help pay for school. The college holds accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education, with additional program-specific accreditation from bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Its most-completed trade programs are medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs, drawn from a total of 10 program families offered on campus, located in a midsize suburb setting.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 23.8%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Among graduates, median debt is $10,252, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,118. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 43.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment among the 3,059 undergraduates, with 132 completers in trade programs.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter clinical and technical credentials such as medical assisting or LPN training rather than longer associate-degree tracks, though program length details are not stated here. Career changers should independently confirm program length, schedule, and licensure requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes, check the New England Commission of Higher Education status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mount Wachusett Community College offers 10 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
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 may 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 23.8%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $10,252, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,118, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (978) 632-6600 or visit mwcc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mount Wachusett Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and public accountability standards.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?166957.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix, which includes shorter clinical programs like medical assisting and LPN training, may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported here; confirm with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly to learn what certification or licensing exams apply to specific programs like LPN or dental hygiene.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mount Wachusett Community College at (978) 632-6600 or through its website at https://mwcc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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.