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CET-San Diego

Private nonprofit San Diego, CA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
86%
Graduation Rate
$32,986
Earnings (10yr)
$22,035
Net Price
223
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Overview

CET-San Diego boasts an impressive graduation rate of 86%. This high rate indicates a strong commitment to student success and effective support systems in place. With a small enrollment of just 223 students, the school can focus on individualized attention and hands-on learning experiences.

The outcomes for graduates from CET-San Diego reflect positive earnings potential. On average, alumni earn about $32,986 within ten years of graduation. While specific mobility data is not available, the emphasis on vocational training in high-demand fields like Precision Production and Health Professions suggests a pathway to economic advancement for its graduates.

Attending CET-San Diego comes with a net price of $22,035, which many students manage with a median debt of only $7,041. With a significant portion of the student body receiving Pell Grants (34%), the school attracts individuals who might otherwise face barriers to education. Students who thrive here are often those seeking practical skills and a direct route to employment in essential industries.

How CET-San Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation86%Earnings 10yr$33KNet Price$22KRetention97%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate34%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$20K$0-30K$19K$30-48K$23K$48-75K$26K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$22,035
Avg Net Price
$7,041
Median Debt
34%
Pell Grant Rate
39%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$20,198
Family Income $0–$30K
$19,001
Family Income $30K–$48K
$22,770
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,071
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$33,264
6 Years After Entry
$32,555
8 Years
$32,986
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
35%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,264 6yr $32,555 8yr $32,986 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 97%
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 69%

Top Programs

Precision Production 51%
Construction Trades 48%
Health Professions 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Far West
Accreditor Council on Occupational Education
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
34%
White
12%
Hispanic
44%
Black
14%
Asian
28%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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