Average

Score: 48/100

National Career Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 East Orange, New Jersey 07018

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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.
Graduation Rate: 61%

Outcomes

C+

55/100

Affordability

51/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

148

Total Enrollment

61%

Graduation Rate

65%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The National Career Institute Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $470,327
Avg rent near campus: $2,185/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07102 (4.7% cap, Newark)

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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

87%

Receive Pell Grants

63%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Medical/Clinical Assistant 49 grads/yr Electrician 47 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 18 grads/yr Construction Trades, General 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from National Career Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Medical assistants

$44k/yr 811,000 jobs

Signal and track switch repairers

$84k/yr 8,700 jobs

First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers

$79k/yr 921,600 jobs

Electricians

$62k/yr 818,700 jobs

Security and fire alarm systems installers

$59k/yr 85,900 jobs

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Student Demographics

148

Total Students

53%

Women

31%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 5%

Black 95%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%

25-64 (Adult) 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at National Career Institute?

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 National Career Institute?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at National Career Institute?

The graduation rate at National Career Institute is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is National Career Institute a good school?

National Career Institute has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (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 National Career Institute?

National Career Institute has a total enrollment of 148 students.

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