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Valencia College
Orlando, Florida · Public college
Address: 1800 S Kirkman Road, Orlando, FL 32811 · Phone: (407) 299-5000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Valencia College is a public trade and career school in Orlando, Florida, offering culinary arts, EMT training, and radiology programs, accredited by SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Valencia College graduates carry a median debt of $9,300 and earn a median of $40,594 ten years after entry; the campus completion rate is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported for Valencia College in federal data, but federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 39.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,920 | $58,240 | $75,840 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,390 | $76,750 | $82,650 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Dental hygienists | $75,960 | $91,980 | $96,060 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 155 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 97 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 57 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 48 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 42 | $24,166 | $27,126 | $11,422 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 42 | $56,307 | $51,482 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 30 | $24,166 | $27,126 | $11,422 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $51,276 | $49,214 | $12,255 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $51,276 | $49,214 | $12,255 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 8 | $51,276 | $49,214 | $12,255 |
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
Valencia College is a public trade and career training campus in Orlando, Florida, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools along with program-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The college's most-awarded trade programs are culinary and pastry arts, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology and sonography programs, drawn from 16 program families that include medical billing and coding and dental hygiene.
Federal data shows 694 trade program completers out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 39,486. The statewide average completion rate is 70.5%, though Valencia's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,300, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $40,594. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 39.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students.
This campus suits students considering shorter, hands-on trade credentials in fields like culinary arts, emergency medical services, or radiologic technology, as well as those pursuing longer allied-health programs such as dental hygiene. Because specific program lengths and schedule formats are not detailed here, career changers should confirm timing and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the accreditors listed above and review Valencia College's entry on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Valencia College's top trade programs are culinary and pastry arts, EMT and paramedic training, and radiology and sonography, spread across 16 program families that also include medical billing and coding and dental hygiene.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Valencia College is accredited, with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as its institutional accreditor, plus program-specific accreditors including the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
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 can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data; the statewide average completion rate is 70.5%. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Valencia College carry a median debt of $9,300, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $40,594, 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 at (407) 299-5000 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Valencia College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition rates for state residents compared to for-profit schools, though specific costs 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 program duration for specific trades.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status through the listed accreditors and review completion, debt, and earnings data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program formats or schedules, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about flexible or evening options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact Valencia College directly to learn what certifications or licenses apply to specific programs like EMT or radiology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Valencia College at (407) 299-5000 or through its website at https://valenciacollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported here; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up and compare similar 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.