California Institute of Arts & Technology
National City, California · Private for-profit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$32,637
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
2,112
In-state tuition
$22,270
Out-of-state tuition
$22,270
Cost of attendance
$39,831
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 62.5%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
3 program areas reported · Heavily focused on stem (99% of credentials).
- STEM99%
- Humanities & arts1%
- Computer science84.2%~1,778 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering tech14.5%~307 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
5 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 188 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 148 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 119 | $38,294 | $21,696 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 92 | — | — |
| Computer Programming. | Undergraduate certificate | 19 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About California Institute of Arts & Technology
California Institute of Arts & Technology is a mid-sized institution located in National City, California, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 2,112 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Computer science, Engineering tech, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at California Institute of Arts & Technology — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $32,637 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $22,270 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,831 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.1%, a above-average completion outcome. 62.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit.
Programs & majors
California Institute of Arts & Technology confers degrees and certificates across 3 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Computer science, Engineering tech, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (99% of credentials), humanities & arts (1% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in National City, California (suburb), California Institute of Arts & Technology draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about California Institute of Arts & Technology
Q.How much does California Institute of Arts & Technology cost?
The average net price at California Institute of Arts & Technology is $32,637 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,831.
Q.What is the graduation rate at California Institute of Arts & Technology?
California Institute of Arts & Technology has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at California Institute of Arts & Technology?
Published tuition is $22,270 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is California Institute of Arts & Technology located?
California Institute of Arts & Technology is located in National City, California (ZIP 91950).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with California Institute of Arts & Technology at their official website.