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Washington County Community College

Calais, Maine · public · mainly awards certificates · 443 students · WeldingMachining & CNCHVACElectricianElectrical LinemanPlumbingCDL & Truck DrivingDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation MaintenanceMedical Assisting

Avg net price / yr
$5,149
cheaper than 79% of comparable schools
Completion rate
51.5%
Median debt at completion
not reported
Median earnings (10 yrs after entry)
$34,407
earns ~$6,682.3 per $1k of yearly net price

About

Washington County Community College in Calais, ME is a public school mainly offering certificates. With an average annual net price of $5,149, it serves students seeking hands-on training in trades like electrical work and HVAC.

What to know

The school reports a completion rate of 51.5%, a figure that does not include students who transferred out. Reported median earnings 10 years after entry are $34,407, which you can compare to the reported median student debt if available. Thirty-eight point seven percent of students received Pell Grants in the reported data.

Net price is 27% below the Maine median ($7,078) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 10% below the national median ($38,354) for comparable schools.

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Programs & what graduates earn

ProgramCredentialMedian earnings 2 yrs after completion
Electrical and Power Transmission Installersundergraduate certificatenot reported
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Servicesundergraduate certificatenot reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)undergraduate certificatenot reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Techniciansundergraduate certificatenot reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Techniciansassociate degreenot reported
Precision Metal Workingundergraduate certificatenot reported
Ground Transportationundergraduate certificatenot reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Servicesassociate degreenot reported
Show all 24 other programs at this school
ProgramCredentialMedian earnings (2 yr after completion)
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Managementassociate degreenot reported
Education, Generalassociate degreenot reported
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methodsundergraduate certificatenot reported
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methodsassociate degreenot reported
Electromechanical Technologies/Techniciansassociate degreenot reported
Industrial Production Technologies/Techniciansundergraduate certificatenot reported
Industrial Production Technologies/Techniciansassociate degreenot reported
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Servicesassociate degreenot reported
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanitiesassociate degreenot reported
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Otherassociate degreenot reported
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studiesundergraduate certificatenot reported
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studiesassociate degreenot reported
Criminal Justice and Correctionsassociate degreenot reported
Human Services, Generalassociate degreenot reported
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Techniciansundergraduate certificatenot reported
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Otherundergraduate certificatenot reported
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Otherassociate degreenot reported
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, Generalundergraduate certificatenot reported
Health and Medical Administrative Servicesundergraduate certificatenot reported
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professionsundergraduate certificatenot reported
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professionsundergraduate certificatenot reported
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professionsassociate degreenot reported
Business Administration, Management and Operationsassociate degreenot reported
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operationsundergraduate certificatenot reported

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Questions students ask

What programs are offered and at what credential level?
The school offers undergraduate certificates in electrical installation, plumbing, HVAC, vehicle repair, precision metal working, and ground transportation. It also offers associate degrees in vehicle maintenance and allied health services, plus 24 more programs.
What do students typically earn after attending?
The data reports median earnings of $34,407 for students 10 years after entry.
How many students finish the programs?
The reported completion rate is 51.5%. Note that for public community colleges, this rate often undercounts students who successfully transfer to four-year institutions.
Is the school public or private?
Washington County Community College is a public school.

Other options in Maine

SchoolCityNet price / yrCompletionEarnings (10 yr)
Beal UniversityBangor$40,10944.4%$35,639
Central Maine Community CollegeAuburn$6,97534.9%$42,448
Eastern Maine Community CollegeBangor$8,92833.9%$41,704
Northern Maine Community CollegePresque Isle$7,18150%$43,348
Southern Maine Community CollegeSouth Portland$11,08628.3%$41,661
York County Community CollegeWells$5,87529.4%$44,873
Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (most recent release, pulled July 2026), school ID 161581. Figures are federally reported medians and may lag current prices. "Not reported" means the federal dataset suppresses or lacks the value — often due to small cohort sizes. How we compute comparisons. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or school.