C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

National Polytechnic College

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Lakewood, California 90712
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 73%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C
48/100
Experience
F
21/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

299
Total Enrollment
73%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$30,781
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,541
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$16,098
Median debt at graduation
46.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
51.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 52% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 9th 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 National Polytechnic College

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
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions—$37,691-35%#282 of 290#287—

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 National Polytechnic College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $873,692
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,558/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90723 (3.2% cap, Paramount)

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🏆 Where National Polytechnic College Ranks

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

#5
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician
of 7 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

77%
Receive Any Aid
54%
Receive Pell Grants
77%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

299
Total Students
70%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Hispanic 60%
Black 8%
Asian 17%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 9%
Hybrid (Some Online) 91%

📊 Age Distribution

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at National Polytechnic College?
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 Polytechnic College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at National Polytechnic College?
The graduation rate at National Polytechnic College is 73%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is National Polytechnic College a good school?
National Polytechnic College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 National Polytechnic College?
National Polytechnic College has a total enrollment of 299 students.

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