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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Los Angeles, CA

Career Development Institute Inc

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

Annual Tuition

$31,993

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

59.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$62,209

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Career Development Institute Inc is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Los Angeles, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $31,993, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$63,986

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$32,209

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$258,104

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$580,194

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 Career Development Institute Inc is $16,873.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
82.7%
17.3%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
45.8%
Hispanic
33.3%
International
7.7%
White
5.4%
Asian
5.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.2%
Two or more
0.6%
Unknown
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

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

$31,993

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$19,955
$30k - $48k$21,219
$48k - $75k$24,079
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$16,873
Pell Grant Recipients66.3%
Using Federal Loans72.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment40.8%

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

0.0%

Success

59.3%

In-State Cost

$31,993

Age 25+ Students

74.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

90 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Los Angeles (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Los Angeles (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 Los Angeles

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,777

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,006

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,544

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 Los Angeles metropolitan area.