Below Average

Score: 43/100

National Career Education

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Citrus Heights, California 95610

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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 84%

Outcomes

C+

62/100

Affordability

41/100

Resources

23/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

438

Total Enrollment

84%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

49.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The National Career Education Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $510,808
Avg rent near campus: $1,882/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 95660 (4.4% cap, Sacramento)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

67%

Receive Any Aid

46%

Receive Pell Grants

62%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Electrician 165 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 82 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 49 grads/yr Medical Office Assistant/Specialist 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from National Career Education's top programs commonly pursue.

Signal and track switch repairers

$84k/yr 8,700 jobs

First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers

$79k/yr 921,600 jobs

Electricians

$62k/yr 818,700 jobs

Security and fire alarm systems installers

$59k/yr 85,900 jobs

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Phlebotomists

$44k/yr 139,700 jobs

Medical secretaries and administrative assistants

$45k/yr 850,000 jobs

Student Demographics

438

Total Students

21%

Women

49%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%

Hispanic 41%

Black 10%

Asian 11%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%

25-64 (Adult) 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at National Career Education?

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 National Career Education?

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

What is the graduation rate at National Career Education?

The graduation rate at National Career Education is 84%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is National Career Education a good school?

National Career Education has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (F): 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 National Career Education?

National Career Education has a total enrollment of 438 students.

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