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Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 2 year Private
Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 57 to 1
Students retention rate 59%
On-time graduation rate 52%

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, California, Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The retention rate of students at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is 59% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in California is 85%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc are Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

Welding Technology/Welder

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 80 of freshman students at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc received on average $5,951 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,951
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 481 71% $4,734 $2,276,897
Other Federal Grant 492 73% $5,469 $2,690,523
State Grant/Scholarships 69 10% $956 $65,998
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 204 30% $2,299 $468,918
Total Grant & Scholarships 542 80% $5,951 $3,225,439

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Universal Technical Institute of California Inc students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Universal Technical Institute of California Inc students is 51.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 36.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 52.0%.

51.5%

  • asian 46.7% 7 students
  • African American 39.1% 9 students
  • white 57.4% 74 students
  • unknown 33.3% 5 students
  • hawaiian 60.0% 3 students
  • hispanic 50.1% 222 students
  • Mixed Race 54.0% 47 students

Service Offerings

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families