D
Below Average
Score: 37/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
47/100 · earnings-weighted

CDE Career Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372
ℹ️
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: 56%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
D
38/100
Experience
F
18/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

308
Total Enrollment
56%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
26.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at CDE Career Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,894
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,972
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
63.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
82%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 37th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). 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 CDE Career Institute

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
Health and Medical Administrative Services$22,125$29,471-17%#464 of 496#461$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 CDE Career Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $337,822
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,701/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18355 (4.7% cap, Scotrun)

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🏆 Where CDE Career Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
of 20 schools
#21
Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
95%
Receive Pell Grants
100%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

308
Total Students
75%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 23%
Hispanic 46%
Black 31%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Fully Online 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CDE 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 CDE Career Institute?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at CDE Career Institute?
The graduation rate at CDE Career Institute is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is CDE Career Institute a good school?
CDE Career Institute has a Repit College Score of 37/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): 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 CDE Career Institute?
CDE Career Institute has a total enrollment of 308 students.

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