School Highlights
California Nurses Educational Institute serves 271 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Minority enrollment: 88%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
California Nurses Educational Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
California Nurses Educational Institute
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
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
n/a
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
5
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of California Nurses Educational Institute has grown by 171% over five years.
The California Nurses Educational Institute diversity score of 0.37 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has declined by 35% over five years.
Total Enrollment
271 students
9,796 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
32:1
# Full-Time Students
271 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
271 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
271 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% Asian
6%
13%
% Hispanic
78%
47%
% Black
3%
7%
% White
12%
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
1%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.37
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
85%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$14,330
$10,063
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,745
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 12/24/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Nurses Educational Institute's ranking?
California Nurses Educational Institute ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Highest completion rates.
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