Trade and career programs at Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC | Certificate | 105 | $42,960 | $46,287 | $5,500 |
| Electrician | Certificate | 35 | $53,322 | $59,024 | $6,333 |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 19 | $34,684 | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 19 | $47,324 | $53,975 | $12,000 |
| Welding | Certificate | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $19,900 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $30,856 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $18,833 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $18,680 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $19,196 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $18,620 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $19,542 |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $60,106 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $7,332 in federal student loans.
- 46% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology cost?
Tuition and fees are $19,900 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $18,833 in 2024-25.
How much do Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology graduates earn?
Electrician certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $53,322 one year after finishing.
Is Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology accredited?
Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology is accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Boston Architectural College, Boston: $30,216 a year
- Jupiter Beauty Academy, Boston: $1,054 a year
- North Bennet Street School, Boston: $54,800 a year
More: all trade schools in Massachusetts · Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.