C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

Southern California Institute of Technology

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Anaheim, California 92801
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 (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 79%
Outcomes
A
84/100
Affordability
F
33/100
Resources
D
35/100
Experience
B
65/100
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

537
Total Enrollment
79%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Southern California Institute of Technology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,598
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$60,630
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,798
Median debt at graduation
74%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
61.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 20% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 85th 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 Southern California Institute of Technology

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
Biomedical/Medical Engineering$74,115$84,844-9%#104 of 118#113$33,384
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$59,259$84,440-16%#255 of 258#257$34,302

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 Southern California Institute of Technology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $867,984
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,594/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92833 (2.7% cap, Fullerton)

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🏆 Where Southern California Institute of Technology Ranks

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

#11
Biomedical Technology/Technician
of 16 schools
#12
Automation Engineer Technology/Technician
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $17,915 $17,915

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
74%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

537
Total Students
5%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Hispanic 60%
Black 5%
Asian 11%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southern California Institute of Technology?
Southern California Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southern California Institute of Technology?
Tuition at Southern California Institute of Technology is $17,915 for in-state students and $17,915 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Southern California Institute of Technology?
The graduation rate at Southern California Institute of Technology is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Southern California Institute of Technology a good school?
Southern California Institute of Technology has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): 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 Southern California Institute of Technology?
Southern California Institute of Technology has a total enrollment of 537 students.

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