Trade and career programs at Sumner 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 186 | $67,226 | $71,865 | $16,271 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 5 | $44,910 | n/a | n/a |
Sumner College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $33,328 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $43,603 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $40,140 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $38,500 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $40,803 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $41,269 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $41,138 |
| Over $110,000 | $43,603 |
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 $59,235 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,500 in federal student loans.
- 38% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Sumner College cost?
Tuition and fees are $33,328 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $40,140 in 2024-25.
How much do Sumner College graduates earn?
LPN and CNA certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $67,226 one year after finishing.
Is Sumner College accredited?
Sumner College is accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- American College of Healthcare Sciences, Portland: $15,000 a year
- Aveda Institute-Portland, Portland: $19,950 a year
- Beau Monde Academy of Barbering and Cosmetology, Portland: $19,173 a year
- Carrington College-Portland, Portland: $21,012 a year
- East West College of the Healing Arts, Portland
More: all trade schools in Oregon · Sumner 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.