Below Average

Score: 38/100

Capital Area Career Center

Less than 2-Year Public

📍 Springfield, Illinois 62712

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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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.

Outcomes

45/100

Affordability

33/100

Resources

50/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

115

Total Enrollment

N/A

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

100%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Capital Area Career Center Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $342,953
Avg rent near campus: $1,251/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 62703 (8.9% cap, Springfield)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$12,773	$12,773

Financial Aid

N/A

Receive Any Aid

N/A

Receive Pell Grants

N/A

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 98 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Capital Area Career Center's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses

$62k/yr 651,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

115

Total Students

94%

Women

31%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%

Hispanic 4%

Black 42%

Asian 1%

Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%

25-64 (Adult) 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Capital Area Career Center?

Capital Area Career Center has an acceptance rate of 100%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Capital Area Career Center?

Tuition at Capital Area Career Center is $12,773 for in-state students and $12,773 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Capital Area Career Center?

Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.

Is Capital Area Career Center a good school?

Capital Area Career Center has a Repit College Score of 38/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): 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 Capital Area Career Center?

Capital Area Career Center has a total enrollment of 115 students.

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