CET-El Centro
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. exceptional 91% graduation rate.
About This School
CET-El Centro is a private nonprofit institution located in El Centro, California with approximately 130 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,405 per year. The graduation rate is 91%, and the typical graduate earns $27,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
Worth considering if you're looking for a small, focused vocational program — with only 167 students, you'll likely get personal attention and a tight-knit environment. The debt load is relatively low at $7,041, which is a genuine plus. However, median earnings of $27,600 a decade after enrollment is a modest return, so make sure the specific credential you're pursuing has strong local job demand in the El Centro area before committing.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 33% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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 (130 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CET-El Centro cost?
The average net price at CET-El Centro is about $11,405 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 CET-El Centro?
CET-El Centro has a graduation rate of 91%, 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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