C+

Above Average

Score: 55/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

DeHart Technical School

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Modesto, California 95356

🌐 www.deharttech.edu/

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

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: 85%

Outcomes

B+

74/100

Affordability

48/100

Resources

C+

60/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

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

Total Enrollment

85%

Graduation Rate

89%

Retention Rate

13.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at DeHart Technical School, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$8,950

Median debt at graduation

92.9%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

42.1%

Students receiving Pell grants

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 DeHart Technical School

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
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)	$43,927	$63,650	+32%	#17 of 226	#46	$8,950

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 DeHart Technical School Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $524,010
Avg rent near campus: $2,130/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95358 (4.2% cap, Modesto)

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🏆 Where DeHart Technical School Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#30

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

78%

Receive Any Aid

46%

Receive Pell Grants

33%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 54 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from DeHart Technical School's top programs commonly pursue.

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

Women

63%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%

Hispanic 54%

Black 1%

Asian 8%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%

25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at DeHart Technical School?

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 DeHart Technical School?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at DeHart Technical School?

The graduation rate at DeHart Technical School is 85%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is DeHart Technical School a good school?

DeHart Technical School has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (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 vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend DeHart Technical School?

DeHart Technical School has a total enrollment of 80 students.

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