Summit College
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: 74%
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
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Summit College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 19% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 64th 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 Summit 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.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | $43,828 | $57,476 | +3% | #339 of 757 | #540 | $17,492 |
| Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians | $37,725 | $53,904 | +19% | #21 of 58 | #27 | $7,600 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | $37,990 | $53,314 | +0% | #96 of 152 | #110 | $7,600 |
| Precision Metal Working | $37,502 | $47,614 | -2% | #184 of 365 | #289 | $7,600 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $20,055 | $35,018 | -21% | #80 of 101 | #95 | $7,177 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | $23,181 | $34,558 | +1% | #328 of 637 | #511 | $8,405 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | $19,964 | $30,480 | -9% | #266 of 332 | #316 | $8,405 |
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.
The Summit College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $481,152
- Avg rent near campus: $2,800/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92411 (4.6% cap, San Bernardino)
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🏆 Where Summit College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
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Financial Aid
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Summit College's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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💻 Learning Mode
📊 Age Distribution
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology