Is this school public or private?

The school is a private for-profit institution.

What programs are offered and at what credential level?

The school offers certificates in Vehicle Maintenance, Dental Support Services, Allied Health, HVAC, Precision Metal Working, Electrical Maintenance, Health Administration, plus three additional programs.

How much do graduates typically earn in specific programs?

Median earnings 2 years after completion are reported as $26,933 for Vehicle Maintenance, $20,140 for Dental Support Services, $19,879 for Allied Health, and $25,967 for Electrical Maintenance.

How many students finish their programs?

The completion rate is reported as 66.9%.

How available is financial aid like Pell Grants?

75.7% of students received Pell Grants, indicating high reliance on federal aid.

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UEI College-Gardena

Gardena, California · private for-profit · mainly awards certificates · 1,332 students · WeldingMachining & CNCHVACElectricianElectrical LinemanDiesel MechanicsAutomotive TechnologyAviation MaintenanceDental AssistingMedical Assisting

Avg net price / yr

$28,691

cheaper than 3% of comparable schools

Completion rate

66.9%

Median debt at completion

$9,500

Median earnings (10 yrs after entry)

$30,848

earns ~$1,075.2 per $1k of yearly net price

About

UEI College-Gardena is a private for-profit school in Gardena, CA that mainly awards certificates. It serves students looking for training in trades like HVAC, vehicle repair, and medical assisting.

What to know

The average annual net price after aid is reported as $28,691. A 66.9% completion rate indicates that roughly two-thirds of students finish within the standard reporting period. Median student debt at completion is $9,500, which graduates must manage against their future earnings.

Net price is 275% above the California median ($7,653) for schools offering these programs. Reported median earnings are 20% below the national median ($38,354) for comparable schools.

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Programs & what graduates earn

Program	Credential	Median earnings 2 yrs after completion
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	$26,933
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions	undergraduate certificate	$20,140
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services	undergraduate certificate	$19,879
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Precision Metal Working	undergraduate certificate	not reported
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians	undergraduate certificate	$25,967
Health and Medical Administrative Services	undergraduate certificate	$21,417
Criminal Justice and Corrections	undergraduate certificate	$20,388
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services	undergraduate certificate	$19,045
Public Health	associate degree	not reported

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Questions students ask

Is this school public or private?: The school is a private for-profit institution.
What programs are offered and at what credential level?: The school offers certificates in Vehicle Maintenance, Dental Support Services, Allied Health, HVAC, Precision Metal Working, Electrical Maintenance, Health Administration, plus three additional programs.
How much do graduates typically earn in specific programs?: Median earnings 2 years after completion are reported as $26,933 for Vehicle Maintenance, $20,140 for Dental Support Services, $19,879 for Allied Health, and $25,967 for Electrical Maintenance.
How many students finish their programs?: The completion rate is reported as 66.9%.
How available is financial aid like Pell Grants?: 75.7% of students received Pell Grants, indicating high reliance on federal aid.

Other options in California

School	City	Net price / yr	Completion	Earnings (10 yr)
Allan Hancock College	Santa Maria	$5,383	25.7%	$42,786
American River College	Sacramento	$7,999	24.6%	$40,162
Antelope Valley Community College District	Lancaster	$3,860	29.1%	$36,526
Bakersfield College	Bakersfield	$14,621	25.9%	$37,291
Barstow Community College	Barstow	$12,773	19.5%	$35,104
Butte College	Oroville	$5,520	36.3%	$41,810

Data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (most recent release, pulled July 2026), school ID 393649. Figures are federally reported medians and may lag current prices. "Not reported" means the federal dataset suppresses or lacks the value — often due to small cohort sizes. How we compute comparisons. This site is independent and not affiliated with any government agency or school.