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Carrington College-Mesa

Private for-profit Mesa, AZ · Urban · Southwest · 87% data reported · Agent Insights · Claim Your School's Profile ➜
54%
Graduation Rate
$36,718
Earnings (10yr)
$48,877
Net Price
528
Enrollment
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About Carrington College-Mesa

Carrington College-Mesa 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
528
Setting
Urban
Primary Strengths
Health Professions

Why students choose Carrington College-Mesa

Strength in Health Professions
Its most-awarded field of study

CollegeRanker Report Card

Graded on outcomes, against every U.S. college.

D+
Top 70% overall
C-
Earnings
$36,718 median
F
Value
0.8× net price
F
Affordability
$48,877/yr net
C-
Graduation
54% graduate
A
Diversity
0.75 index

Each grade is this school's national percentile on a real outcome — earnings, value, mobility, and more.

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Overview

Students at Carrington College-Mesa can expect to earn an average of $36,718 ten years after graduation. This figure highlights the potential financial return on investment for those pursuing careers in health professions.

According to Opportunity Insights data, while specific mobility metrics for Carrington College-Mesa are not available, the school’s emphasis on health-related training aligns with growing job demand in the sector. Graduates typically enter fields that offer stable employment opportunities, which is crucial for economic mobility.

The cost of attendance at Carrington College-Mesa is $48,877, with median debt at $9,500. Over half of the students receive Pell Grants, indicating a strong commitment to supporting low-income learners. This college suits those who are focused on practical, career-oriented education in health professions and are prepared to navigate the financial aspects of their education.

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Can I Get In?

How selective Carrington College-Mesa is — and how your numbers stack up.

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3.0
Test Score
1050
21

Academics & Admissions

Is It Hard to Get Into Carrington College-Mesa? Acceptance Rate & Requirements

As a private institution in Mesa, Arizona, Carrington College-Mesa enrolls students across a range of programs. The school reports a graduation rate of roughly 54%.

Retention Rate 79%
Full-Time Faculty 56%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,948
Student–Faculty Ratio 16:1
Diversity Index 0.75
First-Gen Students 55%
2

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 Carrington College-Mesa? Tuition, Net Price & Aid

After financial aid, the average net price at Carrington College-Mesa — the real out-of-pocket cost once federal grants and scholarships are applied — is about $48,877. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $48,159 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $9,500.

$48,877
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
52%
Pell Grant Rate
66%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$48,159
Family Income $0–$30K
$48,325
Family Income $30K–$48K
$47,072
Family Income $48K–$75K
$52,531
Family Income $110K+
3

What Happens After?

Earnings, debt, and where graduates actually land.

Graduate Outcomes

Is Carrington College-Mesa Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI

Ten years out, alumni of Carrington College-Mesa report median earnings of $36,718; prospective students should weigh that figure against the program's cost when calculating return on investment.

$34,062
6 Years After Entry
$36,377
8 Years
$36,718
10 Years
0.26x
Debt-to-Earnings
49%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,062 6yr $36,377 8yr $36,718 10yr

Graduation by Timeframe

39%
100% (78)
39%
100% (78)
39%
100% (78)
39%
100% (78)

How Carrington Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation54%Earnings 10yr$37KNet Price$49KRetention79%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate52%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$48K$0-30K$48K$30-48K$47K$48-75K$53K$110K+

College ROI Calculator

Is Carrington College-Mesa Worth It?

A data-driven look at the return on your educational investment — using real federal data.

Yes — for most students, Carrington College-Mesa delivers a positive return. Over four years, the typical net price is $48,877/year ($195,508 total). Graduates earn $36,718 at ten years, and over a 20-year career we project $797,832 in total earnings — a net gain of $602,324 (4.1× your investment). The median debt is $9,500, which takes less than a year to pay back at typical earnings. With a 54% graduation rate, the path to that return is well-tested. This is a exceptional ROI compared to national averages.

$195,508
Total Cost (4yr)
$797,832
Projected 20yr Earnings
$602,324
Net Return
4.1×
ROI Multiple
$48,877
Cost Per Year
$9,500
Median Debt
Less than 1 yr
Debt Payback
54%
Graduation Rate
4

Does It Change Lives?

Mobility, social capital, and innovation — does it move people up?

Top Programs

The fields Carrington College-Mesa awards the most degrees in, by share of completions. Each links to its degree guide — with salary, growth, and the schools with the strongest outcomes.

Top Careers

Where these majors tend to lead — common career paths for Carrington College-Mesa's most popular programs, with median pay and projected growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is It Hard to Get Into Carrington College-Mesa? Acceptance Rate & Requirements +

As a private institution in Mesa, Arizona, Carrington College-Mesa enrolls students across a range of programs. The school reports a graduation rate of roughly 54%.

How Much Does It Cost to Attend Carrington College-Mesa? Tuition, Net Price & Aid +

After financial aid, the average net price at Carrington College-Mesa — the real out-of-pocket cost once federal grants and scholarships are applied — is about $48,877. Students from families earning under $30,000 typically pay closer to $48,159 after need-based grants. Graduates leave with a median federal student-loan debt of about $9,500.

Is Carrington College-Mesa Worth It? Graduate Earnings & ROI +

Ten years out, alumni of Carrington College-Mesa report median earnings of $36,718; prospective students should weigh that figure against the program's cost when calculating return on investment.

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