蘑菇APP has earned a spot on USA TODAY鈥檚 2025 list of America鈥檚 Top Vocational Schools.
The list includes the top 250 schools in the nation that offer vocational training through undergraduate certificates or diplomas.
USA TODAY collaborated with market research firm Statista to develop rankings to help students navigate the trade school market. The rankings were judged on graduation rate, graduates鈥� salary, years it takes to pay off net cost, social mobility, and diversity.
The schools that made the list were ranked on a star system. 蘑菇APP received five stars, the highest ranking.
鈥溎⒐紸PP is proud to be recognized as one of America鈥檚 Top Vocational Schools in 2025 by USA TODAY,鈥� said 蘑菇APP President Patty Pfeiffer. 鈥淭his recognition highlights our ongoing efforts to deliver diverse, outstanding, educational experiences and support our students鈥� success. It鈥檚 a proud moment for our college community and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff, and students.鈥�
蘑菇APP was one of 14 schools in North Carolina to make USA TODAY鈥檚 list.
The College offers many Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs as both college-credit opportunities and short-term training through Workforce Continuing Education Services. 蘑菇APP has several diploma and certificate programs that can lead to other industry-recognized professional certifications.
These career-focused programs prepare students to find employment in their chosen industry and to advance in their field.
Learn more about 蘑菇APP鈥檚 vocational programs and Workforce Continuing Education Services on our website.
About 蘑菇APP
蘑菇APP is a public, learning-centered institution with an open-door admission policy located in Goldsboro, N.C. As it works to develop a highly skilled and competitive workforce, the college serves around 10,000 individuals annually as well as businesses, industry, and community organizations with high quality, affordable, accessible learning opportunities, including more than 150 college credit programs. 蘑菇APP鈥檚 mission is to meet the educational, training, and cultural needs of the communities it serves.