Universal Technical Institute-Southern California
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 63% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Universal Technical Institute-Southern California is a private for-profit institution located in Long Beach, California with approximately 1,701 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $27,506 per year. The graduation rate is 58%, and the typical graduate earns $48,100 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students who are passionate about automotive, diesel, or technical trades — and want to get into the workforce quickly — are the most likely to find real value here. The relatively low median debt at graduation ($13,124) is genuinely encouraging for a private institution, and the Long Beach location puts graduates within reach of a strong regional job market in transportation and manufacturing. That said, a 58% graduation rate means nearly half of students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth discussing — if your student struggles with structured, fast-paced program formats, it's worth asking the school hard questions about support resources before enrolling. Median earnings of $48,100 a decade out are livable but not exceptional, so this school makes the most financial sense if your student can complete the program without taking on additional private loans beyond what aid covers. My honest advice: visit in person, talk to recent graduates in your specific program of interest, and make sure the credential aligns with the exact employer or certification pathway your student has in mind.
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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: 23% 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 (1,701 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Universal Technical Institute-Southern California
4175 E. Conant Street
Long Beach, CA 90808-1789
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Universal Technical Institute-Southern California cost?
The average net price at Universal Technical Institute-Southern California is about $27,506 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 Universal Technical Institute-Southern California?
Universal Technical Institute-Southern California has a graduation rate of 58%, 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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