C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

ATA College

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 El Cajon, California 92020
🌐 https://atacollege.edu/
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 86%
Outcomes
B+
81/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
C
47/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Quick Stats

106
Total Enrollment
86%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The ATA College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $838,161
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,178/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92071 (2.8% cap, Santee)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

72%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

106
Total Students
51%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 38%
Hispanic 31%
Black 23%
Asian 6%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 82%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at ATA College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend ATA College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at ATA College?
The graduation rate at ATA College is 86%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is ATA College a good school?
ATA College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend ATA College?
ATA College has a total enrollment of 106 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology