Is Ridge Technical College worth it?
Ridge Technical College is a public, less-than-two-year institution in Winter Haven, Florida (small city). It awarded 379 certificates in 2024, most often in fire science, cosmetology and licensed practical nurse training.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$26,318
Median earnings 4 years after
$35,542
Median earnings 10 years after
$33,484
Average net price
$23,170
Completion rate
99%
Completions (2024)
379
Years to pay back
2.6 years
Students (undergrad)
407
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $36,556 | $41,700 | 51 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $24,621 | $32,114 | 29 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $15,943 | N/A | 27 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $25,228 | N/A | 25 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $33,118 | N/A | 19 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $26,807 | N/A | 16 |
| Graphic Communications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Undergraduate certificate | 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 |
| Fire Protection | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 53 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 40 |
| Electrician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 38 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate under 12 weeks | 28 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 26 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | Certificate under 12 weeks | 23 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 16 |
| Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 15 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 15 |
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Sources: federal figures for Ridge Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Florida. Counts under 10 are not published.
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