D
Below Average
Score: 39/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

Chamberlain University-California

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Rancho Cordova, California 95670
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 0%
Outcomes
D
35/100
Affordability
F
28/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

676
Total Enrollment
0%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
60%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Chamberlain University-California, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$92,405
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$84,533
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,919
Median debt at graduation
33.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 23% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 86th 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 Chamberlain University-California

Median pay of bachelor's degree 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$83,188$96,132+8%#193 of 966#507$22,213

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.

For parents & investors

The Chamberlain University-California Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $485,911
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,331/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95742 (3.8% cap, Rancho Cordova)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $20,762 $20,762

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 279 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Chamberlain University-California's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

676
Total Students
80%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 32%
Hispanic 21%
Black 7%
Asian 35%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 59%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Chamberlain University-California?
Chamberlain University-California has an acceptance rate of 60%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Chamberlain University-California?
Tuition at Chamberlain University-California is $20,762 for in-state students and $20,762 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Chamberlain University-California?
The graduation rate at Chamberlain University-California is 0%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Chamberlain University-California a good school?
Chamberlain University-California has a Repit College Score of 39/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Chamberlain University-California?
Chamberlain University-California has a total enrollment of 676 students.

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