Smith Chason College
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 59% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Smith Chason College is a private for-profit institution located in Los Angeles, California with approximately 2,447 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $34,367 per year. The graduation rate is 72%, and the typical graduate earns $53,500 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 49% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start never finish, which is a real risk worth weighing before committing. On the positive side, median earnings of $53,500 a decade out are decent, and the $16,640 median debt at graduation is relatively manageable compared to many private schools. Worth considering if you have a clear, specific program goal and a solid plan to stay enrolled — but if you're still figuring things out, a lower-cost community college or public university might be a safer bet at $34,402/year.
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Net Price by Family Income
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 16% 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 (2,447 undergraduates).
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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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