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Carrington College-San Jose
San Jose, California · Private for-profit career college
Address: 5883 Rue Ferrari #125, San Jose, CA 95138 · Phone: (408) 337-3534 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Carrington College-San Jose is a private for-profit trade school in San Jose, CA offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by ACCJC and ADA CODA.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Carrington College-San Jose has a 59.5% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,537 and median earnings of $39,633 ten years after entry.
Carrington College-San Jose's annual cost of attendance is $41,194, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 49.7% 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 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
| Dental hygienists | $102,090 | $124,930 | $132,120 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Medical records specialists | $43,800 | $61,810 | $80,630 |
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 | 145 | $27,366 | $25,930 | $9,112 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 83 | $28,424 | $27,509 | $8,975 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 48 | $63,941 | $60,264 | $29,523 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $48,827 | $42,682 | $17,375 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 29 | $63,941 | $60,264 | $29,523 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $27,366 | $25,930 | $9,112 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $26,807 | $27,907 | $9,442 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $62,675 | $48,667 | $20,000 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate degree | 4 | $49,054 | $47,260 | $18,941 |
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-San Jose is a private for-profit trade and career school located in San Jose, California. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Its most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and LPN/LVN programs, among a total of 10 program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 59.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,537. Median earnings for former students 10 years after entry were reported at $39,633. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $41,194, and 49.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend this campus.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused credentials in healthcare fields such as medical assisting, dental assisting, or practical nursing rather than a multi-year degree; program length details are not reported here, so prospective students should confirm exact schedules with the school directly. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Carrington College-San Jose offers 10 program families, most notably medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and LPN/LVN programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $11,537 per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $39,633 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $41,194.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Carrington College-San Jose is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and institutional funding sources 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 directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437936.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on healthcare-related credentials like medical assisting and dental assisting may suit career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (408) 337-3534 or visit https://carrington.edu/ for program-specific credential details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Carrington College-San Jose at (408) 337-3534 or through its website, https://carrington.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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.