Milan Institute-Merced
Merced, California · Private, for-profit · 359 undergraduates
Of 4 programs with reported earnings, 0 leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr) and 4 fall short.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $22,940 |
| $30k to $48k | $23,287 |
| $48k to $75k | $24,506 |
| $75k to $110k | $27,180 |
| $110k and up | $27,338 |
| All families (average) | $23,396 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $23,833 | -$13,143 | falls short | $6,333 | n/a |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $32,234 | -$4,742 | falls short | $9,235 | n/a |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $33,062 | -$3,914 | falls short | $8,386 | n/a |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $32,912 | -$4,064 | falls short | $9,236 | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 65% of students receive Pell grants · 55% 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.