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UEI College-Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona · Private for-profit career college
Address: 9215 N. Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85021 · Phone: (623) 888-5261 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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UEI College-Phoenix is a private for-profit trade school in Phoenix, Arizona offering medical assistant, dental assistant, and electrician programs, accredited by ACCET.
UEI College-Phoenix has a 57.0% completion rate, below the Arizona state average of 64.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $31,141 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at UEI College-Phoenix is reported at $38,243, federal financial aid is accepted, and 72.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $38,100 | $45,940 | $48,450 |
| Dental assistants | $38,500 | $49,000 | $57,880 |
| Electricians | $45,540 | $61,060 | $77,060 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,530 | $47,630 | $61,350 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $37,950 | $59,400 | $73,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 | 391 | $21,249 | $21,893 | $9,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 198 | $20,468 | $20,628 | $9,500 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 110 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 90 | $24,645 | $22,778 | $9,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 87 | $30,225 | not reported | $9,500 |
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
UEI College-Phoenix is a private for-profit trade and career training campus in Phoenix, Arizona. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The campus offers five program families, with the largest numbers of completers in medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and electrician schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 57.0%, which is below the Arizona state average of 64.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry were $31,141. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $38,243, and 72.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused training in fields like medical assisting, dental assisting, or electrical work rather than a traditional multi-year degree path; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and review the underlying federal outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
UEI College-Phoenix offers five program families, with the most completers in medical assistant programs, dental assistant schools, and electrician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, 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 57.0%, which is below the Arizona state average of 64.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $31,141, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $38,243.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
UEI College-Phoenix is a private for-profit school; for-profit status can affect tuition levels and outcomes, so it's worth comparing its Scorecard data to nearby public options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (623) 888-5261 or visit https://www.uei.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training and review federal outcomes data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?487481.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers career-focused programs in fields like medical assisting and electrical work that may suit adults seeking shorter, hands-on training, though specific schedule 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 ask about program-specific credentialing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach UEI College-Phoenix at (623) 888-5261 or through its website, https://www.uei.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons are not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?487481 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings against other 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.