- The mission of Western Career College is to provide education in the majors and disciplines of health, legal and technical fields of study, that lead to an Associate in Science Degree and/or a Certificate of Achievement. Western Career College is committed to a skills-based approach to education, and strives to identify and support the achievement of student-learning outcomes throughout its institution and learning community.
School Highlights
Carrington College-Sacramento serves 1,641 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 95%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,641 students
- Acceptance Rate: 89%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Carrington College-Sacramento ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 293 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Carrington College-Sacramento
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
293 staff
294 staff
Number of Programs Offered
18
13
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Carrington College-Sacramento has declined by 49% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Carrington College-Sacramento diversity score of 0.77 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,641 students
5,744 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
20:1
# Full-Time Students
1,641 students
813 students
# Part-Time Students
176 students
4,931 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
156 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,641 students
813 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
176 students
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
140 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
10%
13%
% Asian
12%
6%
% Hispanic
3%
1%
% Black
37%
46%
% White
3%
5%
% Hawaiian
25%
24%
% Two or more races
8%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
1%
1%
Diversity Score
0.77
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5015%
0.4179%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,813
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,868
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
89%
92%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Western Career College philosophy is centered on outcome-based learning. The College's focus on retention, placement, and job performance results in graduates who are highly qualified and motivated employees. The communities served by the College benefit from this focus on outcome-based learning and the College's ability to adapt to its changing needs. Established in 1967, Western Career College has helped thousands of students with busy lives achieve their career goals and obtain a higher level of success through education. Western Career College is a subsidiary of U.S. Education Corporation, one of the nation's leading providers of career training. Western Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Secretary of Education. Western Career College is a leading provider of career training in the areas of health care, graphics design and criminal justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Carrington College-Sacramento?
The acceptance rate of Carrington College-Sacramento is 89%, which is lower than the state average of 92%.
What is Carrington College-Sacramento's ranking?
Carrington College-Sacramento ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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