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Private For-Profit4-year

California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City

National City, California Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#1425
Nationally
#189
In California
$14,640
Annual Tuition
per year
1,410
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
53/100
Good
#1425 nationally
#189 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability57
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth58

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

California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City is a private for-profit four-year university located in National City, California. The college enrolls approximately 1,410 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $14,640, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $21,800 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$14,640/yr
Room & Board$1,124/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$16,514/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$14,640↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

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

$0 – $30,000$21,800
Student Body
1,410
Total Undergrads
19% F / 81% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 22%
Hispanic 15%
Black 28%
Asian 5%
Two or more 28%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($14,640/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,124/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,410 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $21,800/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationNational City, California
SettingSuburb: Large
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$21,800
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
#189
in California out of 7+ colleges
#1425
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.