Average

Score: 53/100

CET-Alexandria

Less than 2-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Alexandria, Virginia 22312

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 79%

Outcomes

66/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

68/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

79%

Graduation Rate

73%

Retention Rate

8.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The CET-Alexandria Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $632,268
Avg rent near campus: $2,128/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 22041 (4.3% cap, Falls Church)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

48%

Receive Any Aid

43%

Receive Pell Grants

48%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Building/Property Maintenance 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from CET-Alexandria's top programs commonly pursue.

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers

$60k/yr 425,200 jobs

Facilities managers

$105k/yr 151,400 jobs

First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers

$79k/yr 921,600 jobs

Maintenance and repair workers, general

$49k/yr 1,629,700 jobs

First-line supervisors of housekeeping and janitorial workers

$48k/yr 269,800 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

Women

61%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 13%

Hispanic 13%

Black 70%

Asian 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 61%

25-64 (Adult) 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at CET-Alexandria?

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 CET-Alexandria?

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

What is the graduation rate at CET-Alexandria?

The graduation rate at CET-Alexandria is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is CET-Alexandria a good school?

CET-Alexandria has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): 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 CET-Alexandria?

CET-Alexandria has a total enrollment of 23 students.

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