ATA Career Education
- Graduation Rate
- 64% C+
- Solid completion rate — most students graduate
- Earnings (10yr)
- $34,577 D+
- Below average for college graduates
- Net Price
- $28,250 F
- 65% more than the typical college
- Enrollment
- 201
Bottom line: A C- overall grade — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges. 7.3× return on investment — every $1 spent returns $7.3 over 20 years.
Every $1 spent returns $7.3 over 20 years — debt pays back in ~under a year. Net gain: $715,620.
What The Data Says
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A C- overall — outcomes trail most U.S. colleges on measured metrics.
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Every $1 invested returns $7.3 over 20 years — an exceptional return.
About ATA Career Education
ATA Career Education is profiled below with full outcomes data from federal sources.
Interpretation generated from this school's federal outcomes, research, and mobility data.
Institutional Profile
- Institution Type
- Private for-profit College
- Carnegie Class
- Associate's College
- Enrollment
- 201
- Setting
- Suburban
- Primary Strengths
- Health Professions
Why students choose ATA Career Education
CollegeRanker Report Card
Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.
Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.
How we grade →Admissions
This school does not report a competitive admit rate — most qualified applicants are admitted.
Check your odds →Net price + aid
Students pay about $28,250 a year after grants and scholarships — 65% above the typical U.S. college. See net price by family income below.
See cost & aid →Earnings + debt
Graduates earn a median of $34,577 ten years after enrolling — 15% below the typical college, against $21,030 in median debt.
See outcomes →Mobility + social capital
Mobility and social-capital data are limited for this school — see what's reported below.
See mobility →Overview
ATA Career Education has a focused approach, making it a solid option for students looking to enter the health professions. With an enrollment of 201 students, it creates an intimate learning environment that fosters close connections between peers and instructors. It’s a good fit for those who appreciate hands-on training in fields like nursing, medical assisting, and other healthcare roles.
After graduation, students can expect to earn about $34,577 within ten years. This figure gives a sense of what life could look like after completing their program. While exact mobility rates aren’t available, the emphasis on health professions suggests that graduates might find strong demand for their skills, especially in a growing sector. Affordability is key for many, and with 92% of students receiving Pell Grants, financial support is significant for those who qualify.
When it comes to the practical side of attending ATA, the net price after aid sits at $28,250, with a median debt of $21,030. This means many graduates are entering the workforce with manageable debt levels. Students who thrive here are likely those who are dedicated to a career in healthcare and are looking to jumpstart their careers with practical, skills-based education.
Can I Get In?
How selective ATA Career Education is — and how your numbers stack up.
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Academics & Admissions
Is It Hard to Get Into ATA Career Education? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Based in Spring Hill, Florida, ATA Career Education enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 64%.
- Full-Time Faculty
- 52%
- Faculty Salary (mo)
- $5,974
- Student–Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Diversity Index
- 0.75
- First-Gen Students
- 54%
Can I Afford It?
What you'll actually pay after grants and aid — not the sticker price.
Cost & Financial Aid
How Much Does It Cost to Attend ATA Career Education? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at ATA Career Education is $14,895, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $28,250. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $28,229 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $21,030 in federal student loans.
- In-State Tuition
- $14,895
- Out-of-State
- $14,895
- Avg Net Price
- $28,250
- Median Debt
- $21,030
- Pell Grant Rate
- 92%
- Federal Loan Rate
- 93%
What Families Actually Pay
- Family Income $0–$30K
- $28,229
- Family Income $30K–$48K
- $28,100
- Family Income $48K–$75K
- $28,718
What Happens After?
Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.
Students Like You
Tell us a little about yourself to see what students like you have typically experienced at ATA Career Education — the net price for your income, your admission odds, and the outcomes that follow. These are patterns from federal data, not predictions.
Graduate Outcomes
Is ATA Career Education Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of ATA Career Education report median earnings of $34,577, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
- 6 Years After Entry
- $29,724
- 8 Years
- $30,674
- 10 Years
- $34,577
- Debt-to-Earnings
- 0.61x
- Earning > $25K
- 48%
Earnings Trajectory
Graduation by Timeframe
- 100% (34)
- 69%
- 100% (34)
- 69%
- 100% (34)
- 69%
- 100% (34)
- 69%
How ATA Compares
Dot right of center = above national average.
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.
College ROI Calculator
Is ATA Career Education Worth It?
A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.
Yes — for most students, ATA Career Education delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $28,250/year ($113,000 total). Graduates earn $34,577 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $828,620 in total earnings — a net gain of $715,620 (7.3× your investment). The median debt is $21,030, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 64% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.
- Total Cost (4yr)
- $113,000
- Projected 20yr Earnings
- $828,620
- Net Return
- $715,620
- ROI Multiple
- 7.3×
- Cost Per Year
- $28,250
- Median Debt
- $21,030
- Debt Payback
- Less than 1 yr
- Graduation Rate
- 64%
Does It Change Lives?
Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?
Top Programs
The fields ATA Career Education awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Where federal field-of-study data exists, we show what graduates in that major earned early in their careers. Each links to its degree guide — or see what someone with your income, scores, and major would pay and earn here in the Students Like You simulator.
- Health Professions 100% $55,844 early-career
Early-career median earnings by major (typically 1–2 years after completion, bachelor's level where available), in today's dollars (CPI-adjusted). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard field of study. Distinct from the school-wide 10-year median; suppressed for small programs.
Top Careers
Where these majors tend to lead — common career paths for ATA Career Education's most popular programs, ranked by median pay with our proprietary scorecard insights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Hard to Get Into ATA Career Education? Acceptance Rate & Requirements
Based in Spring Hill, Florida, ATA Career Education enrolls students across a range of programs. The graduation rate is roughly 64%.
How Much Does It Cost to Attend ATA Career Education? Tuition, Net Price & Aid
Published tuition at ATA Career Education is $14,895, but few families pay that. The number to watch is net price, what students actually pay each year after federal grants and institutional scholarships. Here it averages about $28,250. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $28,229 after need-based grants. The median graduate leaves with about $21,030 in federal student loans.
Is ATA Career Education Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI
Ten years out, alumni of ATA Career Education report median earnings of $34,577, a figure worth comparing against the cost of attendance before enrolling.
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