Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private For-Profit2-year

Carrington College-San Jose

San Jose, California Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2957
Nationally
#377
In California
680
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
48/100
Average
#2957 nationally
#377 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability43
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth52

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

Carrington College-San Jose is a private for-profit two-year community college located in San Jose, California. The college enrolls approximately 680 undergraduate students. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $28,871 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$28,871
$30,001 – $48,000$28,362
$48,001 – $75,000$31,004
$75,001 – $110,000$32,863
Over $110,000$33,395
Student Body
680
Total Undergrads
87% F / 13% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 9%
Hispanic 67%
Black 3%
Asian 12%
Two or more 0%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Small campus environment (680 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $28,871/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
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
LocationSan Jose, California
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$28,871
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
#377
in California out of 7+ colleges
#2957
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.