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Institute for Business and Technology
Santa Clara, California · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2400 Walsh Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95051 · Phone: 4087271060260 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — May 2024 · Other · Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training; Feb 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Institute for Business and Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Santa Clara, CA offering electrician, HVAC, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by ACCSC and ACCET.
Institute for Business and Technology has an 83.7% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,853 and median earnings of $38,015 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Institute for Business and Technology is $30,501, federal financial aid is accepted, and 44.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $46,800 | $76,160 | $103,000 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,950 | $72,560 | $90,780 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,490 | $56,040 | $62,790 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 242 | $42,328 | $35,123 | $8,867 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 142 | $41,306 | $53,108 | $9,238 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $29,117 | $29,685 | $7,600 |
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
Institute for Business and Technology is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Santa Clara, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and it participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The campus's most-awarded programs are electrician schools, HVAC schools, and phlebotomy classes, alongside medical billing and coding training, across four total program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.7%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,853, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,015. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,501, and 44.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given the mix of trade-focused programs like electrical and HVAC work alongside shorter allied-health offerings such as phlebotomy, this campus may suit both those seeking hands-on technical training and career changers looking for a defined credential path; specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm those details directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome figures independently, check with the listed accreditors and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers electrician schools, HVAC schools, phlebotomy classes, and medical billing and coding, with electrician and HVAC training being the most-completed programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, with a current status of 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.7%, which is above the state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,853, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $38,015.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,501.
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 pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 4087271060260 or via https://ibt.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through ACCSC and ACCET, and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?115931.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both hands-on trade programs and shorter allied-health courses like phlebotomy, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
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 your chosen program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Institute for Business and Technology by phone at 4087271060260 or visit their website at https://ibt.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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.