- The mission of Western Career College is to provide education in the majors and disciplines of health, legal and technical fields of study, that lead to an Associate in Science Degree and/or a Certificate of Achievement. Western Career College is committed to a skills-based approach to education, and strives to identify and support the achievement of student-learning outcomes throughout its institution and learning community.
School Highlights
Carrington College-Sacramento serves 3,642 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,642 students
- Acceptance Rate: 89%
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 80%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Carrington College-Sacramento ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
Programs offered
School Overview
The teacher population of 293 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Carrington College-Sacramento
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
293 staff
315 staff
Number of Programs Offered
19
12
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Carrington College-Sacramento has grown by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 6:1 over five years.
The Carrington College-Sacramento diversity score of 0.74 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,642 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
3,642 students
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
176 students
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
364 students
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,642 students
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
176 students
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
8%
13%
% Hispanic
44%
47%
% Black
11%
7%
% White
20%
23%
% Hawaiian
2%
1%
% Two or more races
2%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
10%
3%
Diversity Score
0.74
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
46%
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,813
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,868
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
89%
93%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- The Western Career College philosophy is centered on outcome-based learning. The College's focus on retention, placement, and job performance results in graduates who are highly qualified and motivated employees. The communities served by the College benefit from this focus on outcome-based learning and the College's ability to adapt to its changing needs. Established in 1967, Western Career College has helped thousands of students with busy lives achieve their career goals and obtain a higher level of success through education. Western Career College is a subsidiary of U.S. Education Corporation, one of the nation's leading providers of career training. Western Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Secretary of Education. Western Career College is a leading provider of career training in the areas of health care, graphics design and criminal justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Carrington College-Sacramento?
The acceptance rate of Carrington College-Sacramento is 89%, which is lower than the state average of 93%.
What is Carrington College-Sacramento's ranking?
Carrington College-Sacramento ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Most Programs Offered.
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