Carrington College-Reno
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 551 students.
About This School
Carrington College-Reno is a private for-profit institution located in Reno, Nevada with approximately 551 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $51,823 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $29,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for students in Reno who want hands-on career training in healthcare or dental fields and need a local, structured program — but the financial picture here deserves a hard look before you commit. At $51,823 per year in net costs, you'd be taking on significant expense for a school where only 46% of students graduate, which means the odds of finishing are genuinely not in your favor. The median earnings 10 years out sit at $29,700, which is a modest return on what could be a substantial investment, even though median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $15,188. My honest advice: before applying here, compare this program directly against Truckee Meadows Community College, which offers similar career-track programs at a fraction of the cost and with stronger long-term value. If this is the only local option that fits your schedule or circumstances, go in with eyes open, have a clear plan for finishing, and exhaust every scholarship and grant option available to you.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 8% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (551 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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University of Nevada-Las Vegas
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University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV · Public
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV · Public
Nevada State University
Henderson, NV · Public
Northwest Career College
Las Vegas, NV · Private for-profit
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Carrington College-Reno cost?
The average net price at Carrington College-Reno is about $51,823 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Carrington College-Reno?
Carrington College-Reno has a graduation rate of 46%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
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.
- 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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