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Citrus College

Glendora, California · Public community college · Training programs available:

Cosmetology schoolsAuto mechanic schoolsLPN / LVN programsConstruction trades programsDiesel mechanic schoolsDental assistant schools
41%completion rate · California avg 64%
$7,851median debt of graduates
$34,753median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$42,065median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
not reportedannual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges | American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (Accredited)
Address: 1000 W Foothill Blvd, Glendora, CA 91741 · Phone: (626) 963-0323 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Citrus College is a public trade and career school in Glendora, California, offering cosmetology, auto mechanic, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the ACCJC.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Citrus College's completion rate is 41.0%, below the state average of 64.2%; graduates carry a median debt of $7,851 and earn a median of $42,065 ten years after entry.

Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Citrus College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 29.9% of students receive Pell.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Citrus College Citrus College: 41% 41% California average California average: 64.2% 64.2% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$35,360$38,660$49,030
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$38,180$64,980$77,060
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$64,390$79,750$93,720
Construction laborers$40,950$60,270$78,520
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$47,180$73,950$84,740
Dental assistants$38,790$50,110$60,670

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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 72 $17,054 $9,286 not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 65 $17,054 $9,286 not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 49 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Associate degree 39 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 38 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 27 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Associate degree 26 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 300–899 hours 20 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 300–899 hours 17 not reported not reported not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 17 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 11 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Associate degree 7 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 300–899 hours 6 not reported not reported not reported
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Associate degree 6 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 5 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Associate degree 4 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Associate degree 3 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 2 not reported not reported not reported

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.

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About this school

Citrus College is a public trade and career training campus in Glendora, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, with its dental assisting program also accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Across its 19 program families, Citrus College awards the most credentials in cosmetology schools, auto mechanic schools, and LPN/LVN programs, with 418 trade completers recorded in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 8,286.

Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 41.0%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,851, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,065. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 29.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.

This campus, located in a large suburb, offers a mix of short-term trade credentials and longer program tracks across fields like cosmetology, automotive repair, and nursing support. Because program lengths and schedule details are not specified here, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly or review its listing on the College Scorecard to confirm program length, cost, and current accreditation status before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Citrus College offers 19 program families, with the most completers in cosmetology schools, auto mechanic schools, and LPN/LVN programs.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, Citrus College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its dental assisting program is separately accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so students can 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 is 41.0%, which is below the state average of 64.2%, per federal Scorecard data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $7,851, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $42,065.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (626) 963-0323 or visit its website for current tuition figures.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Citrus College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-level funding compared to for-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school directly to ask about the length of specific programs like cosmetology or LPN training.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation and outcomes using the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?112172.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner services, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit for their situation.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school to learn what state licenses, such as LPN licensure, apply to specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Citrus College at (626) 963-0323 or through its website at https://www.citruscollege.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.

Nearby trade and career schools in California

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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.

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