Trade and career programs at Carrington College-Boise
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 57 | $71,587 | $64,802 | $24,688 |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 51 | $32,959 | $35,011 | $9,576 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 44 | $24,417 | $25,596 | $10,752 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 43 | $37,379 | $37,804 | $10,418 |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 26 | $56,031 | $68,678 | $15,188 |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 7 | n/a | $45,420 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Carrington College-Boise cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $21,012 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,122 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $44,491 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $44,426 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $44,953 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $43,320 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $46,471 |
| Over $110,000 | $42,122 |
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
- 69% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 70% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $44,935 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $14,250 in federal student loans.
- 57% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Carrington College-Boise cost?
Tuition and fees are $21,012 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $44,491 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Carrington College-Boise?
69% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Carrington College-Boise graduates earn?
Dental assisting and hygiene associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $71,587 one year after finishing.
Is Carrington College-Boise accredited?
Carrington College-Boise is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Aveda Institute-Boise, Boise: $22,752 a year
- Boise Barber College, Boise: $11,100 a year
- Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology, Boise: $21,100 a year
- Paul Mitchell the School-Boise, Boise: $21,492 a year
More: all trade schools in Idaho · Carrington College-Boise 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.