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California Institute of Arts & Technology

National City, California · 2,112 students

California Institute of Arts & Technology is a for-profit trade school in National City, California with 2,112 students. It charges $22,270 a year in tuition and fees.

Tuition and fees$22,270 / yr
Average net price$43,710 / yr
Completion rateNot reported
Earnings 10 yrs after entryNot reported
Students2,112
TypeFor-profit trade school

California Institute of Arts & Technology cost

Tuition and fees (2025-26)$22,270
Total cost of attendance (2024-25)$47,052
Average net price after grants (2024-25)$43,710

Net price by family income

Family incomeAverage net price
$0 to $30,000$43,058
$30,001 to $48,000$44,671
$48,001 to $75,000$44,447
$75,001 to $110,000$44,449
Over $110,000Not reported

Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.

Outcomes and students

  • Students who completed left with a median of $13,000 in federal student loans.
  • 15% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
  • Accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training.

Frequently asked questions

How much does California Institute of Arts & Technology cost?

Tuition and fees are $22,270 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $43,710 in 2024-25.

Is California Institute of Arts & Technology accredited?

California Institute of Arts & Technology is accredited by Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training, according to the Department of Education.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.

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