Financial Aid

Understand the full cost picture at CET-El Centro, including tuition, financial aid, and net price information.

El Centro, CA

Program Tuition Range

$11,476 – $15,249

Programs Tracked

4

Average Net Price

$20,218

Tuition Type

Per Program

Costs vary by program

Tuition by Program

This school charges tuition on a per-program basis. Costs vary depending on the program of study.

Welding Technology/Welder

8 months

$15,000
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor

5 months

$11,476
Building Construction Technology/Technician

8 months

$15,249
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping

8 months

$15,249

CET-El Centro charges tuition on a per-program basis, with costs ranging from $11,476 to $15,249 across 4 programs. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $20,218.

Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

Students from the lowest-income families pay an average of $18,251 at CET-El Centro. This breakdown by income bracket can help you plan ahead.

$0 - $30,000

$18,251

$30,001 - $48,000

$25,373

$48,001 - $75,000

$14,565

Financial Aid Overview (2022-23)

At CET-El Centro, 84% of first-time students receive grants or scholarships, averaging $13,277 per recipient. Here's how aid is distributed.

Students Receiving Any Financial Aid

79 of 94 students

84%

Grants & Scholarships

Recipients

79 (84%)

Average Award

$13,277

Federal Pell Grants

Recipients

31 (33%)

Average Award

$5,378

Aid by Source

State & Local Grants

26 recipients (28%)

$5,988 avg

Student Loans (2022-23)

At CET-El Centro, a small share of students — 7% — borrow federal loans. Those who do borrow an average of $6,736.

Total Borrowers

19

7% of students

Average Loan Amount

$6,736

Financial Aid Resources

Net Price Calculator

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Financial Aid Office

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FAFSA Information

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Payment Plans Available

Paying for school doesn't have to happen all at once. CET-El Centro and similar institutions often provide flexible payment arrangements, including:

  • Monthly payment plans
  • Deferred payment options
  • Employer tuition assistance programs

Need Help?

Contact the financial aid office for personalized assistance with:

  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Grant eligibility
  • Work-study programs
  • Payment plan options

Federal School Codes

OPE ID: 02332810
IPEDS ID: 111726

Use these codes when applying for federal financial aid

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