Universal Technical Institute-Bloomfield ★ Hidden gem
Bloomfield, New Jersey · Private, for-profit · 1,428 undergraduates
All 2 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical New Jersey high-school graduate (about $36,976/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $26,232 |
| $30k to $48k | $26,372 |
| $48k to $75k | $28,567 |
| $75k to $110k | $31,526 |
| $110k and up | $32,889 |
| All families (average) | $28,042 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $58,012 | +$21,036 | clears the bar | $14,735 | 0.7 yrs |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $39,141 | +$2,165 | clears the bar | $6,855 | 3.2 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 56% of students receive Pell grants · 67% 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.