CET-San Jose
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. no major red flags in the data. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
CET-San Jose is a private nonprofit institution located in San Jose, California with approximately 266 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $16,101 per year. Typical graduates earn $27,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: graduates earn a median of $27,600 ten years out, which is modest for a California cost of living — though the low median debt of $7,041 at graduation means you won't be buried in loans while building your career. With only 175 students, this small nonprofit trades prestige for a focused, hands-on environment that suits learners who want close attention over a big campus experience. Worth considering if you're pursuing a specific vocational or technical path and plan to stay local, but do your homework on job placement rates in your field before committing.
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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.
Financial Aid
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 (266 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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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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