C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
49/100 · earnings-weighted

UEI College-Oceanside

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Oceanside, California 92058
ℹ️
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: 66%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

777
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$31,141
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,172
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
68.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
67.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 35th 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 UEI College-Oceanside

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
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$30,636$47,929-7%#204 of 319#245$9,500
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)$33,444$46,711-3%#135 of 226#178$9,500
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services$25,094$35,591+9%#40 of 104#53$9,500
Criminal Justice and Corrections$29,663$35,305-39%#168 of 176#170$9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$24,695$33,283-3%#396 of 637#568$9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services$25,699$32,714-8%#377 of 496#474$9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions$19,904$30,713-9%#258 of 332#311$9,500

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 UEI College-Oceanside Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $782,132
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,805/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92057 (3.0% cap, Oceanside)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
95%
Receive Pell Grants
93%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

777
Total Students
40%
Women
62%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 7%
Hispanic 33%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 62%
25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at UEI College-Oceanside?
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 UEI College-Oceanside?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at UEI College-Oceanside?
The graduation rate at UEI College-Oceanside is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is UEI College-Oceanside a good school?
UEI College-Oceanside has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend UEI College-Oceanside?
UEI College-Oceanside has a total enrollment of 777 students.

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