Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private For-Profit2-year

ATA College

El Cajon, California Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#1745
Nationally
#211
In California
106
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1745 nationally
#211 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability66
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth34

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

ATA College is a private for-profit two-year community college located in El Cajon, California. The college enrolls approximately 106 undergraduate students. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $17,822 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$17,822
$30,001 – $48,000$17,859
$48,001 – $75,000$20,719
Student Body
106
Total Undergrads
51% F / 49% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 38%
Hispanic 31%
Black 23%
Asian 5%
Two or more 2%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Small campus environment (106 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationEl Cajon, California
SettingSuburb: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$17,822
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#211
in California out of 7+ colleges
#1745
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.