D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

Carrington College-Reno

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Reno, Nevada 89511
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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: 49%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
17/100

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

500
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$43,731
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$37,283
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$15,188
Median debt at graduation
41.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
38.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 63rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NV wage index 0.93). 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 Carrington College-Reno

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
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$32,932$37,804+10%#176 of 637#129$9,359

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 Carrington College-Reno Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,134,503
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,044/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 89512 (3.6% cap, Reno)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
73%
Receive Pell Grants
87%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

500
Total Students
74%
Women
31%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Hispanic 27%
Black 2%
Asian 9%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 72%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%
25-64 (Adult) 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Carrington College-Reno?
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 Carrington College-Reno?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Carrington College-Reno?
The graduation rate at Carrington College-Reno is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Carrington College-Reno a good school?
Carrington College-Reno has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Carrington College-Reno?
Carrington College-Reno has a total enrollment of 500 students.

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