Is Emily Griffith Technical College worth it?
Emily Griffith Technical College is a public, less-than-two-year institution in Denver, Colorado (large city). It awarded 778 certificates in 2024, most often in nursing assistant patient care assistant, cosmetology and carpentry.
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Federal context for Emily Griffith Technical College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$35,545
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,935
Median earnings 10 years after
$35,487
Average net price
$7,197
Completion rate
97%
Completions (2024)
778
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
6,123
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $20,014 | $31,118 | 108 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $37,744 | $53,313 | 83 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $70,780 | N/A | 79 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $44,943 | $51,887 | 50 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $40,358 | $44,448 | 25 |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Undergraduate certificate | $63,386 | N/A | 22 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $39,475 | $37,519 | 18 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | $22,599 | $33,862 | 17 |
| Computer Programming | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Legal Support Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Geography and Cartography | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 146 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 84 |
| Carpentry/Carpenter | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 84 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 79 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 70 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 36 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 31 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 29 |
| Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 25 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 62% | 7,744 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 13% | 1,654 |
| Retail Trade | 4% | 519 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 504 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 3% | 381 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 3% | 351 |
| Manufacturing | 2% | 246 |
| Educational Services | 1% | 169 |
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Sources: federal figures for Emily Griffith Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Colorado. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page