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Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, Massachusetts · Public technical college
Address: 1 Armory Sq, Springfield, MA 01105 · Phone: (413) 781-7822 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Springfield Technical Community College is a public trade and career school in Springfield, MA offering medical assistant, medical billing & coding, and HVAC programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Springfield Technical Community College has a 31.8% completion rate, below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, with median graduate debt of $6,570 and median earnings of $36,966 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Springfield Technical Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 50.1% 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 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,960 | $60,350 | $74,700 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $50,820 | $77,300 | $95,070 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $75,350 | $103,620 | $122,900 |
| Dental hygienists | $93,510 | $100,640 | $106,220 |
| Machinists | $47,910 | $67,270 | $78,640 |
| Surgical technologists | $60,350 | $80,870 | $98,300 |
| Dental assistants | $47,270 | $57,980 | $60,720 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | $36,482 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $54,781 | $53,927 | $10,002 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $53,805 | $64,493 | $10,884 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $29,435 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $39,884 | $42,682 | $9,914 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $39,884 | $42,682 | $9,914 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | $21,508 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 10 | $33,139 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $54,781 | $53,927 | $10,002 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $54,781 | $53,927 | $10,002 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 5 | $33,139 | $29,685 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | $39,884 | $42,682 | $9,914 |
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
Springfield Technical Community College is a public community college in Springfield, Massachusetts. It is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs. The college holds accreditation from the New England Commission of Higher Education as well as several field-specific accreditors, including bodies covering nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology programs. Among its 15 program families, the campus awards the most credentials in medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and HVAC schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 31.8%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,570, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,966. About 50.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 4,759 and 150 trade program completers reported, this campus offers a mix of shorter certificate-style trade programs and longer associate-degree pathways across health and technical fields. The exact length of individual programs is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students — including adult career-changers — should confirm program length and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Springfield Technical Community College offers 15 program families, with the most completions in medical assistant programs, medical billing & coding programs, and HVAC schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, along with program-specific accreditors for nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and radiologic technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 31.8%, which is below the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,570, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,966.
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 for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Springfield Technical Community College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and eligibility for state-supported funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm schedules for specific programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?167905.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter trade-focused programs and longer associate-degree tracks, which may suit career-changers, but specific schedule and format details are not reported in federal data — contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Springfield Technical Community College at (413) 781-7822 or visit https://www.stcc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus does not include direct comparisons to other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard 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.