Homestead Schools ★ Hidden gem
Torrance, California · Private, nonprofit · 157 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $16,839 |
| $30k to $48k | $16,839 |
| $48k to $75k | $13,693 |
| $110k and up | $17,870 |
| All families (average) | $15,962 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $65,810 | +$28,834 | clears the bar | $18,040 | 0.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 66% of students receive Pell grants · 93% 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.