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Pima Medical Institute-Aurora

Aurora, Colorado · Private for-profit career college

Medical assistant programsLPN / LVN programsDental assistant schools
72%completion rate · Colorado avg 69%
$8,521median debt of graduates
$36,397median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$27,677annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools | American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy | National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation (Accredited)
Address: 13750 E. Mississippi Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012 · Phone: (303) 368-7462 · 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.

Pima Medical Institute-Aurora is a private for-profit trade school in Aurora, Colorado offering medical assistant, LPN/LVN, and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Pima Medical Institute-Aurora has a 72.1% completion rate, near the Colorado state average of 69.2%, with median graduate debt of $8,521. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Pima Medical Institute-Aurora is $27,677, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 53.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Pima Medical Institut… Pima Medical Institut…: 72.1% 72.1% Colorado average Colorado average: 69.2% 69.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Medical assistants$39,130$48,400$55,570
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$50,820$73,880$79,800
Dental assistants$38,500$48,340$58,340

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 91 $27,177 $28,831 $8,418
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 41 not reported not reported $11,592
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 26 $25,452 $20,140 $8,192

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

Pima Medical Institute-Aurora is a private for-profit trade school located in Aurora, Colorado. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its programs are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, along with recognitions from the American Occupational Therapy Association and the National League for Nursing. The school awards credentials primarily in medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant training being the largest program by completions.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.1%, which is near the Colorado state average of 69.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,521, though median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,677, and 53.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income student enrollment.

This campus, situated in a large city, offers short, career-focused programs rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, which may suit students seeking a faster path into healthcare-support roles, including adult learners changing careers. Program length details beyond completion counts are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accrediting bodies and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and cost figures before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Pima Medical Institute-Aurora offers medical assistant programs, LPN/LVN programs, and dental assistant schools, with medical assistant training being the largest by completions (91).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, with additional program recognitions from the American Occupational Therapy Association and the National League for Nursing.

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

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 53.3% of its students receive Pell Grants.

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

The completion rate is 72.1%, which is near the Colorado state average of 69.2%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $8,521, per federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,677.

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

Pima Medical Institute-Aurora is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the types of institutional aid available compared to public schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.

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

You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461689.

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

The school's short, career-focused programs in healthcare-support fields may suit adult career changers, though specific program length and scheduling details are not reported in federal data.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (303) 368-7462 or visit https://pmi.edu/ for program-specific certification information.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact Pima Medical Institute-Aurora at (303) 368-7462 or visit their website at https://pmi.edu/ to learn about the application process.

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; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes 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.

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