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UEI College-West Covina

West Covina, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Electrician schoolsMedical assistant programsAuto mechanic schoolsDental assistant schoolsHVAC schoolsMedical billing & coding programsPharmacy technician programs
67%completion rate · California avg 64%
$9,500median debt of graduates
$29,172median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$31,141median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$32,425annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (Accredited)
Address: 339 N. Azusa Avenue, West Covina, CA 91731 · Phone: (626) 927-9000 · 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.

UEI College-West Covina is a private for-profit trade school in West Covina, CA offering electrician, medical assistant, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by ACCET.

UEI College-West Covina has a 66.5% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, 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-West Covina is $32,425, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 69.9% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
UEI College-West Covi… UEI College-West Covi…: 66.5% 66.5% 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)
Electricians$46,800$76,160$103,000
Medical assistants$39,290$49,660$61,870
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$38,180$64,980$77,060
Dental assistants$38,790$50,110$60,670
HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers$46,950$72,560$90,780
Medical records specialists$43,800$61,810$80,630
Pharmacy technicians$42,850$55,110$65,590

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
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 1–2 years 274 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 183 $21,249 $21,893 $9,500
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 132 not reported not reported $9,500
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 1–2 years 75 $20,468 $20,628 $9,500
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) Certificate, 1–2 years 56 $30,225 not reported $9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services Certificate, 1–2 years 42 $24,645 $22,778 $9,500
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 34 $21,249 $21,893 $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.

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About this school

UEI College-West Covina is a private for-profit trade and career school located in West Covina, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus offers seven program families, with the most-completed programs being electrician schools, medical assistant programs, and auto mechanic schools.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 66.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entering a program are reported at $31,141. The annual cost of attendance is $32,425, and 69.9% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student body with significant financial need.

This campus, with 978 undergraduates and 796 trade program completers, may suit students seeking hands-on training in fields like electrical work, medical assisting, or auto mechanics rather than a traditional two-year or four-year degree path. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm program duration and course structure directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the most current outcome data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the school directly.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

UEI College-West Covina offers seven program families, with the most-completed being electrician schools, medical assistant programs, and auto mechanic schools.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.

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

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal 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 66.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%.

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 reported at $31,141.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $32,425.

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

UEI College-West Covina is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, funding sources, and institutional priorities compared to public or non-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (626) 927-9000 or visit https://www.uei.edu/ for details.

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

You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447616 or by contacting ACCET directly.

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

With hands-on trade programs like electrician, medical assistant, and auto mechanic training, this campus may suit adults seeking practical career training, though specific program lengths are not reported in federal data.

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 the school directly at (626) 927-9000 for program-specific information.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact UEI College-West Covina at (626) 927-9000 or visit their website at https://www.uei.edu/ to learn about the application process.

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

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447616 to compare institutions.

Other trade and career schools in West Covina, CA

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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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