CET-Soledad ★ Hidden gem
Soledad, California · Private, nonprofit · 155 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr). Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $9,942 |
| $30k to $48k | $11,587 |
| $48k to $75k | $12,559 |
| $75k to $110k | $14,599 |
| $110k and up | $18,290 |
| All families (average) | $11,260 |
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 | +$13,676 | clears the bar | $6,650 | 0.5 yrs |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $39,229 | +$2,253 | clears the bar | $6,323 | 2.8 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 42% of students receive Pell grants · 81% 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.