CET-El Paso ★ Hidden gem
El Paso, Texas · Private, nonprofit · 67 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Texas high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $15,516 |
| $30k to $48k | $15,668 |
| All families (average) | $15,578 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,652 | +$15,843 | clears the bar | $6,650 | 0.4 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $47,291 | +$12,482 | clears the bar | $8,500 | 0.7 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 66% of students receive Pell grants · 64% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.