CET-Santa Maria
Santa Maria, California · Private, nonprofit · 142 undergraduates
Of 3 programs with reported earnings, 2 leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr) and 1 fall short.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $4,846 |
| $30k to $48k | $5,802 |
| $48k to $75k | $7,319 |
| $75k to $110k | $4,714 |
| All families (average) | $5,446 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $37,870 | +$894 | clears the bar | $6,246 | 7 yrs |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $39,229 | +$2,253 | clears the bar | $6,323 | 2.8 yrs |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $31,548 | -$5,428 | falls short | $5,865 | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 59% of students receive Pell grants · 77% 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.