D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
79/100 · earnings-weighted

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 58%
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
F
27/100
Experience
C+
57/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,484
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
48.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$52,873
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,320
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,124
Median debt at graduation
72.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
63.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 87th percentile among associate-degree-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 Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

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$41,147$58,515+13%#67 of 319#134$13,132
Precision Metal Working$37,568$52,936+9%#92 of 365#218$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 Universal Technical Institute of California Inc Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $679,462
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,760/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92337 (4.1% cap, Fontana)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

95%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
84%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,484
Total Students
5%
Women
81%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%
Hispanic 65%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 13%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 81%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
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 Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
The graduation rate at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Universal Technical Institute of California Inc a good school?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): 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 Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc has a total enrollment of 1,484 students. Most students (81%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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