Trade and career programs at Miami Dade College
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 235 | $39,562 | $66,975 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 153 | $72,662 | $83,388 | $9,500 |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 118 | $36,987 | $50,344 | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 102 | $29,341 | $44,656 | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 47 | n/a | $103,137 | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Associate degree | 46 | $68,947 | $79,084 | $12,125 |
| Massage therapy | Certificate | 41 | $30,800 | $36,484 | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 39 | $52,267 | $50,008 | $17,000 |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 34 | $41,303 | $56,521 | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 31 | $41,073 | $44,371 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 31 | $36,053 | $37,474 | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 29 | $23,678 | $38,693 | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 23 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 16 | n/a | $43,500 | n/a |
| Electrician | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Plumbing | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Miami Dade College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $2,838 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $13,372 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $3,814 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $3,779 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $3,616 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $5,098 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $8,352 |
| Over $110,000 | $12,202 |
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 $45,444 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,500 in federal student loans.
- 44% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Miami Dade College cost?
Tuition and fees are $2,838 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $3,814 in 2024-25.
How much do Miami Dade College graduates earn?
EMT, surgical tech and imaging associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $72,662 one year after finishing.
Is Miami Dade College accredited?
Miami Dade College is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- American Beauty and Trade School, Miami: $12,650 a year
- American Medical Academy, Miami: $15,858 a year
- Celebrity School of Beauty, Miami: $16,145 a year
- College of Business and Technology, Miami: $14,030 a year
- D A Dorsey Technical College, Miami: $3,328 a year
- FVI School of Nursing and Technology, Miami: $16,356 a year
More: all trade schools in Florida · Miami Dade College 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.