CET-Soledad
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. strong 82% graduation rate.
About This School
CET-Soledad is a private nonprofit institution located in Soledad, California with approximately 155 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,260 per year. The graduation rate is 82%, and the typical graduate earns $27,600 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students and families drawn to vocational and workforce-focused training — particularly those in the Salinas Valley region looking to build practical skills close to home — will find this small nonprofit a genuinely affordable option, with an average net price of just $11,260 per year and a median debt at graduation of only $7,041, which is remarkably low compared to most institutions. The 82% graduation rate is a real strength and signals that students who enroll here tend to finish, which matters more than people often realize when comparing schools. The honest concern is the earnings side: a median income of $27,600 ten years after enrollment is modest, and depending on your program and goals, you'll want to think carefully about whether that trajectory fits your financial plans. This school makes the most sense if you're pursuing a specific certificate or trade that leads directly into regional employment, and you want to avoid the debt burden that sinks so many students at pricier schools. Before applying, I'd strongly recommend asking the admissions office for program-specific earnings data — the overall median may not reflect what graduates in your particular field are actually earning.
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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 (155 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does CET-Soledad cost?
The average net price at CET-Soledad is about $11,260 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-Soledad?
CET-Soledad has a graduation rate of 82%, 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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