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Long Island City, New York · private nonprofit · mainly awards certificates · 1,400 students · WeldingMachining & CNCHVACElectricianElectrical LinemanPlumbingDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation Maintenance
Apex Technical School is a private nonprofit institution in Long Island City, NY, that mainly awards certificates in skilled trades. The school serves around 1,400 students with a completion rate of 79%. Official data shows the average annual net price after aid is $14,826.
About 59.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating significant financial aid availability. While the median student debt at completion is $9,500, typical earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,093. Program-specific earnings 2 years after completion range from $22,192 for construction trades to $37,980 for precision metal working.
Net price is 57% above the New York median ($9,419) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 7% above the national median ($38,354) for comparable schools.
59.1% of students here receive federal Pell Grants. Get aid deadlines and program matches for Welding programs in New York.
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| Program | Credential | Median earnings 2 yrs after completion |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | undergraduate certificate | $37,980 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | undergraduate certificate | $32,588 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | undergraduate certificate | $31,676 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | undergraduate certificate | $30,599 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | undergraduate certificate | $24,785 |
| Construction Trades, General | undergraduate certificate | $22,192 |
Registered apprenticeships are an alternative to paying for school — sponsors pay wages from day one. In New York:
| School | City | Net price / yr | Completion | Earnings (10 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuga County Community College | Auburn | $8,662 | 30.1% | $38,709 |
| SUNY Corning Community College | Corning | $7,373 | 34.5% | $38,817 |
| Erie Community College | Buffalo | $7,765 | 31.8% | $41,228 |
| Hudson Valley Community College | Troy | $8,501 | 36.4% | $45,460 |
| Jamestown Community College | Jamestown | $9,850 | 37.6% | $38,242 |
| Modern Welding School | Schenectady | $22,618 | 93% | $48,703 |