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PCI College
Cerritos, California · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 17215 Studebaker Rd #310, Cerritos, CA 90703 · Phone: 562916505511 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2026 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
PCI College is a private for-profit trade school in Cerritos, California offering radiology & sonography and dental assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of PCI College carry a median debt of $17,542 and earn a median of $36,141 ten years after entry; the completion rate compared to the state average of 64.2% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at PCI College is $33,852, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 69.9% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $70,210 | $121,260 | $137,770 |
| 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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 40 | $22,156 | not reported | $17,958 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 2–4 years | 10 | not reported | $25,774 | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
PCI College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Cerritos, California, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Its main program offerings are radiology and sonography programs, with 50 completers, and dental assistant schools, with 1 completer, drawn from a total of 3 program families.
Federal data shows 51 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 149. The campus's 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 $17,542, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,141. Annual cost of attendance is $33,852, and 69.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based aid.
Given the concentration in radiology/sonography and dental assisting, this campus may suit students seeking focused, program-specific training in healthcare support fields rather than broad associate degree study; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those considering a career change should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome figures via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
PCI College offers radiology & sonography programs (50 completers) and dental assistant schools (1 completer), across 3 total program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, PCI College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning 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 for this campus compared to the California 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 of PCI College carry a median debt of $17,542, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,141 for PCI College graduates, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance at PCI College is $33,852.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
PCI College is a private for-profit school, which typically affects tuition pricing and the school's funding structure compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 562-916-5055 or via https://www.pci-ed.com/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?439871.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus focuses on healthcare support training such as radiology/sonography and dental assisting, but specific fit for career changers depends on program length and schedule, which is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact PCI College directly to learn about credentialing tied to specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach PCI College by phone at 562-916-5055 or visit their website at https://www.pci-ed.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare institutions 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.