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CET-San Jose

Private nonprofit San Jose, CA · Urban · Far West · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
80%
Graduation Rate
$32,986
Earnings (10yr)
$16,101
Net Price
266
Enrollment

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Overview

Eighty percent of students graduate from CET-San Jose, a striking figure for a school with a focused mission in vocational training. This private nonprofit institution serves just 266 students, allowing for a more personalized educational experience. The strong graduation rate highlights the commitment to student success in practical fields.

While specific mobility rates are not available, CET-San Jose equips students with skills that lead to solid earnings. Graduates report a median salary of $32,986 ten years after completing their programs. The school attracts a diverse student body, with over half of the attendees receiving Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting lower-income students.

The total net price for attending CET-San Jose is $16,101, with median debt at a manageable $7,041. Students thrive in hands-on programs such as Construction Trades, Mechanic & Repair Tech, and Health Professions, which align well with local job markets in San Jose. This practical focus helps graduates secure employment and build stable careers.

How CET-San Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation80%Earnings 10yr$33KNet Price$16KRetention84%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate53%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$16K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$23K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$16,101
Avg Net Price
$7,041
Median Debt
53%
Pell Grant Rate
40%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$16,088
Family Income $0–$30K
$12,571
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,668
Family Income $48K–$75K
$22,566
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 84%
Diversity Index 0.27
First-Gen Students 69%

Top Programs

Construction Trades 51%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 22%
Culinary & Personal Services 8%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Health Professions 6%

Quick Facts

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

Student Body

Female
34%
White
5%
Hispanic
85%
Black
3%
Asian
4%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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