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Career Networks Institute

Santa Ana, CA·Private for-profit·971 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. strong 77% graduation rate; 100% freshman retention — students rarely leave.

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971
Students
$28,292
Net Price
77%
Grad Rate
$33,300
Earnings
10 yr
$23,645
Debt

About This School

Career Networks Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Santa Ana, California with approximately 971 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $28,292 per year. The graduation rate is 77%, and the typical graduate earns $33,300 within 10 years of enrollment.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 77% graduation rate and 100% freshman retention suggest students who start tend to finish, which is genuinely encouraging for a career-focused school. However, the median earnings of $33,300 a decade out are modest compared to the $28,292 annual net price and $23,645 in typical debt at graduation, meaning the financial return on investment is tight and worth careful consideration. This school may be worth considering if you have a clear vocational goal and plan to complete the program, but run the numbers on your specific program before committing.

Founded
1994
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
N/A
Out-of-State Tuition
N/A
Avg Net Price
$28,292
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants48%
Median debt at graduation$23,645

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
77%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
100%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Median Debt
$23,645
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$23,645
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$33,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,300
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.4x

Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White14%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino44%
Asian27%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (971 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Career Networks Institute

1610 E. Saint Andrew Place Suite 200

Santa Ana, CA 92705

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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