Special Focus Two-Year: Technical ProfessionsPrivate (for-profit)
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
Acceptance
Open admission
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6-yr Graduation
72%
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Total enrollment
1,553
peer median 682
Avg net price
$26,360
-$1.3k vs Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
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About
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is a vocational educational institution headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, with multiple campuses including Long Beach, Rancho Cucamonga, and Sacramento in California. Founded in 1965, it has graduated approximately 285,000 students and focuses on education and training for in-demand careers, particularly in automotive, diesel, and various technical fields.
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Overall completion
72%
Overall completion
72%
Full-time retention
85%
Full-time retention
85%
Pell equity
6.2pp gap
Pell recipients
71%424 of 599
Non-Pell (all)
77%132 of 171
Subsidized loan, no Pell
80%86 of 107
No Federal Aid
72%46 of 64
Non-Pell students graduate at a 6.2-point higher rate than Pell recipients.
Source: IPEDS Graduation Rates (GR) — Pell/SSL cohort, 2024 cohort.
Accreditation status & history
Who accredits the institution, current standing, and any past actions.
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Accredited since 1999Next review Feb 2030
Action history · 3
- Aug 2025Renewal of AccreditationAccrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Sep 2020Renewal of AccreditationAccrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
- Aug 2019Renewal of AccreditationAccrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Aid exceeds costFamily pays
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Avg net price (private)
$26,360
-$1,336vs Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions median $27,697
Federal loans
67.5%
Student loan default rate
The share of student borrowers who default on federal loans within three years, against the national benchmark.
Of 3,977 borrowers who entered repayment, 124 (3.1%) defaulted within three years — above the 2.3% national rate.
Default rate
3.1%
+0.8pp vs 2.3% national
Borrowers in repayment
3,977
Defaulted
124
Measurement window
3 years
Federal CDR standard
Default rate vs national, by cohort
2016
14.8%+5.5
2017
13.8%+4.6
2018
11.9%+4.9
2019
3.1%+0.8
2020*
0.0%
This institutionNational rate
* Cohorts 2020 and later read near 0% because the federal COVID-19 payment pause (CARES Act) suspended defaults nationwide. These years reflect a national policy, not institutional performance; the 2019 cohort is the last measured under normal repayment.
Academic programs at UTI
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs5
UndergraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
588 total completions
01Mechanic
588100.0%
01Mechanic
588100.0%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
1,553
12-mo unduplicated
2,230
Undergraduate
2,230
Graduate
0
Gender split
Men
94%2,089
Women
6%141
Race / ethnicity composition
Hispanic
63.9%
Two or more
13.3%
White
11.3%
Black
5.0%
Unknown
2.7%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Campus safety & crime statistics
Reported on-campus crimes over the last three years, including violence and hate crimes.
Criminal offenses · per 1,000 students
0.67
1 offenses · 1,484 students
3-year trend
0.732 yrs ago0.001 yr ago0.67Latest
Offenses · 3-yr
2
Last three years
VAWA · 3-yr
2
DV, dating, stalking
Hate crimes · 3-yr
0
Res-hall fires · 3-yr
0
Criminal offenses by type
Motor vehicle theft
1
By location
1total
- On campus1
VAWA offenses
0
Domestic violence
0
Dating violence
2
Stalking
2 total under the Violence Against Women Act.
Hate crimes by bias
No hate crimes reported.
Arrests vs disciplinary referrals
CategoryArrestsReferrals
Weapons00
Drugs00
Liquor00
Residence-hall fires
No residence-hall fires reported.
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Student-to-faculty
43.0:1
Instructional staff (full-time equivalent)
36
UTI vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions UTI selected for federal comparison reporting.
This institutionPeer median
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
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SubjectUniversal Technical Institute of California Inc | 72% | Open admission | 1,553 | $26,360 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions |
| — | 53.5% | 415 | $16,358 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 154 | $17,618 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | 90.9% | 85 | $26,083 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 221 | $30,164 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 679 | $30,716 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,077 | $19,216 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 30 | $22,104 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 555 | $20,850 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,212 | $32,423 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,539 | $33,250 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,052 | $28,371 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 538 | $30,801 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 967 | $32,544 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 345 | $26,659 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 821 | $25,970 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 487 | $24,721 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 61 | $17,566 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 683 | $34,972 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 771 | $19,197 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,417 | $27,025 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 364 | $27,887 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | 68.6% | 88 | $28,242 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 5,437 | $20,678 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 411 | $33,320 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 397 | $30,065 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 681 | $28,471 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 43 | $25,143 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 892 | $34,776 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,957 | $30,451 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,214 | $28,887 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,610 | $26,265 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,701 | $27,506 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| — | Open admission | 1,335 | $36,726 | Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions | |
| Peer group median | 72% | 68.6% | 682 | $27,697 |
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Campus network
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UTI Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Office
The page provides an overview of the various technical programs offered by the Universal Technical Institute across multiple campuses in the United States. It includes links for requesting information and visiting campuses, outlines degrees and training programs, and highlights financial aid options. However, information about the Office of Institutional Research or similar departments is not provided on this page.
Visit IR office pageReports & documents (3)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- FactbookUniversal Technical Institute of California Inc Factbook2026The Universal Technical Institute of California Inc offers a variety of technical training programs across multiple campuses in the United States. The institution provides specialized training in fields such as automotive technology, diesel and industrial technology, motorcycle and marine technician programs, and various advanced training options. They also offer admissions guidance, financial aid information, and support services to help students plan their education and career paths.uti.edu
- Strategic planStrategic planThe document provides information about various programs offered by the Universal Technical Institute of California Inc. It lists numerous technical programs, such as Automotive Technology, Diesel & Industrial Technology, and Aviation Maintenance Technology, available across their multiple campuses in different states in the USA. Additionally, the document includes sections on admissions requirements, financial aid information, and student support services.uti.edu
Frequently asked questions about Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
Quick answers to the questions most often asked about UTI.
What is the acceptance rate at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc does not have a reported acceptance rate. This institution has an open admission policy: it admits all applicants who meet basic requirements, so it does not report a selective admit rate.
What is the graduation rate at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc reports a 6-year graduation rate of 72% per the latest IPEDS.
How many students attend Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc reports a total enrollment of 1,553 students per the latest IPEDS.
What is the average net price at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc?
The average net price at Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is $26,360 per the latest College Scorecard. Net price is the published cost of attendance minus grant aid.
Where is Universal Technical Institute of California Inc located?
Universal Technical Institute of California Inc is located in Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730-0000.
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
IPEDSFall 2025–26 release, published July 28, 2026
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
FVT/GE program performanceProvisional preview, May 18, 2026 release
Program-level debt-to-earnings and earnings-premium measures behind the FVT/GE and STATS accountability frameworks.
DAPIP accreditationContinuously refreshed
Accreditation status for institutions and programs, reported by recognized accrediting agencies.
Federal Pell Grant & loan volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Pell Grant and Direct Loan recipient counts, award amounts, and disbursement volume by institution and award year.
Cohort Default RatesFY 2022 official rates
Institution-level federal student loan default rates, measuring borrowers who default within three years of entering repayment.
Equity in Athletics (EADA)Academic year 2024–25
Athletics participation, coaching, revenues, and expenses by sport and gender for Title IV institutions.
Campus Safety & SecurityData through reporting year 2024
Criminal offenses, arrests, disciplinary actions, VAWA offenses, and fire statistics reported by campus under the Clery Act.
Last reviewed July 2026All data sources & release dates →
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