Trade and career programs at Jose Maria Vargas University
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Jose Maria Vargas University cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $13,660 |
|---|
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 $31,302 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,750 in federal student loans.
- 84% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Jose Maria Vargas University cost?
Tuition and fees are $13,660 a year (2025-26).
Is Jose Maria Vargas University accredited?
Jose Maria Vargas University is accredited by Distance Education Accrediting Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Kaizen Beauty Academy, Pembroke Pines: $1,400 a year
- Miami Dade College, Miami: $2,838 a year
- Valencia College, Orlando: $2,664 a year
- Hillsborough College, Tampa: $2,506 a year
- Seminole State College of Florida, Sanford: $3,122 a year
- South Florida Institute of Technology, Miami: $10,300 a year
More: all trade schools in Florida · Jose Maria Vargas University 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.