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Private for-profit, 2-Year
San Jose, CA

Carrington College-San Jose

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$21,799

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

54.8%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,633

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Carrington College-San Jose is a distinguished Private for-profit, 2-Year institution located in San Jose, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $21,799, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 54.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$43,598

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,633

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$52,732

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$149,062

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Carrington College-San Jose is $11,537.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
87.4%
12.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
66.6%
Asian
12.2%
White
8.7%
Unknown
6.2%
Black
3.4%
International
1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Two or more
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$21,799

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$30,127
$30k - $48k$30,521
$48k - $75k$33,000
$75k+$34,391

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$11,537
Pell Grant Recipients48.5%
Using Federal Loans60.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment38.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

68.5%

Success

54.8%

In-State Cost

$21,799

Age 25+ Students

42.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 10

Working at 6yr

4,742 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Jose (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
San Jose (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In San Jose

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,383

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,694

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$3,132

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the San Jose metropolitan area.