Below Average

Score: 43/100

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Long Beach, California 90808

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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%

Outcomes

C+

59/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

27/100

Experience

C+

57/100

Prestige

26/100

Quick Stats

1,447

Total Enrollment

52%

Graduation Rate

70%

Retention Rate

39.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

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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

77%

Receive Pell Grants

76%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 423 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 195 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 82 grads/yr Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 73 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Universal Technical Institute-Southern California's top programs commonly pursue.

Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment

$83k/yr 7,000 jobs

Automotive service technicians and mechanics

$50k/yr 805,600 jobs

Electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles

$48k/yr 10,300 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

Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists

$61k/yr 319,900 jobs

Insurance appraisers, auto damage

$77k/yr 9,200 jobs

Automotive body and related repairers

$52k/yr 172,600 jobs

Student Demographics

1,447

Total Students

Women

76%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%

Hispanic 66%

Black 4%

Asian 4%

Two or More 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%

25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Universal Technical Institute-Southern California?

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-Southern California?

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-Southern California?

The graduation rate at Universal Technical Institute-Southern California is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Universal Technical Institute-Southern California a good school?

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): 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-Southern California?

Universal Technical Institute-Southern California has a total enrollment of 1,447 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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