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Carrington College-Sacramento
Sacramento, California · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 8909 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95826 · Phone: (916) 361-1660 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Carrington College-Sacramento is a private for-profit trade school in Sacramento, CA offering medical billing & coding, medical assistant, and LPN programs, accredited by ACCJC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Carrington College-Sacramento carry a median debt of $11,537 and earn a median of $39,633 ten years after entry; completion rate versus the state average of 64.2% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Carrington College-Sacramento is reported at $45,593, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 57.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 404 | $26,807 | $27,907 | $9,442 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 244 | $27,366 | $25,930 | $9,112 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 123 | $28,424 | $27,509 | $8,975 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 94 | $48,827 | $42,682 | $17,375 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 94 | $49,054 | $47,260 | $18,941 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 59 | $63,941 | $60,264 | $29,523 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 59 | $63,941 | $60,264 | $29,523 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $27,366 | $25,930 | $9,112 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 5 | $30,594 | $33,712 | $27,197 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 1 | $30,746 | $27,907 | $10,838 |
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
Carrington College-Sacramento is a private for-profit trade and career training campus located in Sacramento, California, in a large suburb setting. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with additional program-specific accreditation from the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The campus offers 11 program families, with the most-awarded programs being medical billing & coding, medical assistant training, and LPN/LVN programs.
Federal data shows the campus enrolled about 2,168 undergraduates, with 1,127 trade program completers reported. The completion rate compared to the state average of 64.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,537, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,633. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $45,593, and 57.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share come from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter allied-health credentials such as medical billing, medical assisting, or LPN training rather than longer degree paths, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Career changers should confirm program schedules, licensing requirements, and current costs directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Carrington College-Sacramento offers 11 program families, with the top programs being medical billing & coding, medical assistant training, and LPN/LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with additional accreditation for dental programs from the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation and for nursing programs from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate compared to the state average of 64.2% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,537, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $39,633, according to the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $45,593.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Carrington College-Sacramento is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures, ownership, and accountability standards compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (916) 361-1660 or visit its website to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and check outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers shorter allied-health programs like medical billing, medical assisting, and LPN training, which may suit career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules 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 to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Carrington College-Sacramento at (916) 361-1660 or visit https://carrington.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; the College Scorecard can be used to compare similar institutions.
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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.