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American College of Healthcare and Technology-Santa Ana
Santa Ana, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1840 East 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705 · Phone: (951) 729-5320 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American College of Healthcare and Technology-Santa Ana is a private for-profit trade school in Santa Ana, California offering medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 72.1% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $31,109 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $26,022, and this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 83.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $18,863 | $17,652 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
American College of Healthcare and Technology-Santa Ana is a private for-profit trade school located in Santa Ana, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their education. The campus offers one program family, medical assistant programs, with 9 completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of 51.
Federal data show a completion rate of 72.1%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,109. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,022, and 83.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need.
This campus's single program focus on medical assisting suggests a fit for students seeking a shorter, career-specific credential rather than a multi-year associate degree, though exact program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers considering this school should weigh the cost against reported earnings and debt figures. Prospective students can verify accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review the school's outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers medical assistant programs, its only reported program family, with 9 completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.1%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,109, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,022.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid options, and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (951) 729-5320 or visit https://www.ach.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497736.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focus on medical assistant training may suit career-changers seeking a targeted credential, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for program-specific credential information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (951) 729-5320 or visit its website at https://www.ach.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497736 to compare campuses.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.