Trade and career programs at Dawn Career Institute LLC
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truck driving (CDL) | Certificate | 87 | $50,967 | n/a | $5,510 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 86 | $34,224 | $35,182 | $9,254 |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 70 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 55 | $30,373 | $29,790 | $9,113 |
| HVAC | Certificate | 20 | $42,951 | n/a | $8,859 |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 12 | $31,126 | $30,438 | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 10 | $23,088 | $34,675 | n/a |
Dawn Career Institute LLC cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $15,795 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $19,112 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,183 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $14,066 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $14,199 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $14,544 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $13,263 |
| Over $110,000 | $19,112 |
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
- 76% 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).
- 91% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $36,806 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $8,913 in federal student loans.
- 71% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Dawn Career Institute LLC cost?
Tuition and fees are $15,795 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $14,183 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Dawn Career Institute LLC?
76% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Dawn Career Institute LLC graduates earn?
Truck driving (CDL) certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $50,967 one year after finishing.
Is Dawn Career Institute LLC accredited?
Dawn Career Institute LLC is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware, Newark: $17,225 a year
- Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design, Newark: $18,000 a year
- Polytech Adult Education, Woodside: $1,545 a year
- Academy of Massage and Bodywork, Bear
- The Salon Professional Academy, Dagsboro: $22,500 a year
- Margaret H Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes
More: all trade schools in Delaware · Dawn Career Institute LLC 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.