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Washington County Community College
Calais, Maine · Public community college
Address: One College Drive, Calais, ME 04619 · Phone: (207) 454-1000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Washington County Community College is a public trade school in Calais, Maine, offering electrician, heavy equipment operator, and welding programs, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
Washington County Community College has a 55.2% completion rate, near Maine's state average of 56.7%, and median earnings of $34,407 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Washington County Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and 38.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $54,180 | $75,380 | $84,390 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators | $46,200 | $56,140 | $61,480 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $47,230 | $62,220 | $69,130 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,420 | $52,040 | $61,970 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $47,090 | $63,170 | $76,920 |
| Medical assistants | $40,220 | $47,580 | $51,460 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters | $48,120 | $64,000 | $75,720 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,810 | $45,640 | $48,010 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Washington County Community College is a public trade and career training campus in Calais, Maine, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. Because it participates in Title IV programs, students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The college's top trade programs are electrician schools, heavy equipment operator schools, and welding schools, drawn from a total of 10 program families offered including HVAC, plumbing, medical assistant, and phlebotomy training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 55.2%, which is near the Maine state average of 56.7%. Median earnings for students 10 years after entry are reported at $34,407. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 38.7% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student body with significant financial need. Undergraduate enrollment is 443, with 41 trade program completers reported.
This campus, located in a remote rural setting, may suit students seeking hands-on trade training in fields like electrical work, heavy equipment operation, and welding, particularly those in Washington County or nearby areas without easy access to urban training centers. Career changers should verify program length and schedule directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or by contacting the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Washington County Community College offers 10 program families including electrician schools, heavy equipment operator schools, welding schools, HVAC, plumbing, medical assistant, and phlebotomy programs. The top programs by enrollment are electrician schools, heavy equipment operator schools, and welding schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
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 apply for FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.2%, which is near the Maine state average of 56.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (207) 454-1000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,407, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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?
Washington County Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates for state residents and eligibility for state funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school at (207) 454-1000 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the New England Commission of Higher Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161581.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not indicate specific adult learner services, but the school's hands-on trade programs in a remote rural setting may appeal to career changers; contact the school to confirm fit for your situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly for details specific to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Washington County Community College at (207) 454-1000 or visit https://www.wccc.me.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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.