Is Upper Valley Career Center worth it?
Upper Valley Career Center is a public, less-than-two-year institution in Piqua, Ohio (rural area). It awarded 55 certificates in 2024, most often in practical nursing; heating, air conditioning; and registered nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$42,768
Median earnings 4 years after
$49,310
Median earnings 10 years after
$52,170
Average net price
$16,282
Completion rate
78%
Completions (2024)
55
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
131
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 | $44,245 | $50,228 | 45 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 26 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 11 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 10 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 4 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 3 |
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 1 |
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Sources: federal figures for Upper Valley Career Center. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Ohio. Counts under 10 are not published.
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