C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
31/100 · earnings-weighted

Milan Institute-Merced

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Merced, California 95340
ℹ️
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
17/100

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

308
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Milan Institute-Merced, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,879
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$21,450
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,333
Median debt at graduation
54.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
65%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 11th percentile among certificate-focused 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 Milan Institute-Merced

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$25,255$33,062-2%#192 of 332#277$8,386
Health and Medical Administrative Services$21,331$32,912-7%#371 of 496#462$9,236
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$24,563$32,234-6%#460 of 637#590$9,235
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$13,386$23,833-9%#695 of 1025#856$6,333

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 Milan Institute-Merced Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $406,091
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,795/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95341 (4.4% cap, Merced)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

308
Total Students
87%
Women
66%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%
Hispanic 73%
Black 6%
Asian 4%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Milan Institute-Merced?
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 Milan Institute-Merced?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Milan Institute-Merced?
The graduation rate at Milan Institute-Merced is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Milan Institute-Merced a good school?
Milan Institute-Merced has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Milan Institute-Merced?
Milan Institute-Merced has a total enrollment of 308 students.

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