Unitek College ★ Hidden gem
Hayward, California · Private, for-profit · 284 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical California high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $17,767 |
| $30k to $48k | $19,807 |
| $48k to $75k | $19,414 |
| $75k to $110k | $22,281 |
| $110k and up | $22,524 |
| All families (average) | $19,130 |
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 | $82,132 | +$45,156 | clears the bar | $16,973 | 0.4 yrs |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,146 | +$13,170 | clears the bar | $7,764 | 0.6 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 50% of students receive Pell grants · 63% 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.