C+

Above Average

Score: 54/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

The Fab School

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730

🌐 https://www.thefabschool.com/

The Fab School

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 98%

Outcomes

69/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

37/100

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

164

Total Enrollment

98%

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

11.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$49,130

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

95.2%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

36.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

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 The Fab School

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
Precision Metal Working	$39,592	$52,227	+7%	#109 of 365	#234	$4,449

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

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Avg home value near campus: $679,462
Avg rent near campus: $2,760/mo
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🏆 Where The Fab School Ranks

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

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Metal Fabricator

of 4 schools

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CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician

of 27 schools

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Composite Materials Technology/Technician

of 2 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

68%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

36%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Metal Fabricator 123 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 52 grads/yr Composite Materials Technology/Technician 27 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The Fab School's top programs commonly pursue.

Structural metal fabricators and fitters

$50k/yr 53,800 jobs

Electrical and electronics drafters

$74k/yr 21,600 jobs

Mechanical drafters

$69k/yr 42,900 jobs

Architectural and civil drafters

$64k/yr 110,500 jobs

Drafters, all other

$62k/yr 17,100 jobs

Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other

$77k/yr 67,300 jobs

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers

$51k/yr 457,300 jobs

Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders

$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

164

Total Students

Women

57%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%

Hispanic 33%

Black 3%

Asian 5%

Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%

25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Fab School?

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 The Fab School?

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

What is the graduation rate at The Fab School?

The graduation rate at The Fab School is 98%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is The Fab School a good school?

The Fab School has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend The Fab School?

The Fab School has a total enrollment of 164 students.

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