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Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, California · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 900 Rancho San Diego Pky, El Cajon, CA 92019 · Phone: (619) 660-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cuyamaca College is a public trade and career school in El Cajon, California, offering auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.
Cuyamaca College has a 40.5% completion rate, below the California state average of 64.2%, and median earnings of $32,435 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Cuyamaca College; contact the school for current tuition. It participates in Title IV federal aid, and 27.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $38,180 | $64,980 | $77,060 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | 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.
About this school
Cuyamaca College is a public community college in El Cajon, California, accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. Because it participates in Title IV federal student aid, students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus's trade program offerings are concentrated in auto mechanic schools, which account for the bulk of its recorded trade completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 40.5%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%. Median earnings ten years after entry for students are reported at $32,435. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data, and annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 27.4% of students at Cuyamaca College receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment relative to the school's overall undergraduate population of 7,177.
Given the auto mechanic program focus and the community college setting, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on technical training in a public, lower-cost environment, though program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should independently verify program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and see the most current federal outcome figures, prospective students can check the ACCJC accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for Cuyamaca College before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cuyamaca College's recorded trade program family is auto mechanic schools, with 8 completers reported in that area. Other program details beyond this family are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Cuyamaca College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Cuyamaca College participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 40.5%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (619) 660-4000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $32,435, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cuyamaca College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state-funded aid programs alongside federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to confirm auto mechanic program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?113218.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers auto mechanic training in a public community college setting, but specific adult-learner accommodations or schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the auto mechanic program are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cuyamaca College at (619) 660-4000 or visit https://www.cuyamaca.edu/ for admissions and application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby auto mechanic programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare schools directly.
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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.