CET-El Centro
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: 90%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at CET-El Centro, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 21% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 33rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at CET-El Centro
Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | $34,665 | $50,652 | -3% | #62 of 103 | #85 | $6,650 |
| Precision Metal Working | $32,817 | $47,291 | -3% | #205 of 365 | #297 | $8,500 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | $28,485 | $39,229 | -7% | #13 of 25 | #15 | $6,323 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | $15,849 | $25,550 | -51% | #11 of 12 | #11 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | $14,972 | $24,317 | -45% | #100 of 101 | #101 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The CET-El Centro Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $394,443
- Avg rent near campus: $1,611/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92251 (3.8% cap, Imperial)
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🏆 Where CET-El Centro Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
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Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from CET-El Centro's top programs commonly pursue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- 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
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology