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Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc
Sacramento, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4100 Duckhorn Drive, Sacramento, CA 95834 · Phone: (800) 508-1153 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Sacramento, CA, offering auto mechanic and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 64.5% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $13,097 and median earnings of $48,341 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc is $34,337, federal financial aid can be used, and 56.6% 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 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $47,180 | $73,950 | $84,740 |
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 | 477 | $37,003 | not reported | $17,331 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 142 | $33,646 | $31,835 | $13,448 |
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
Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Sacramento, California. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus focuses on two program families: auto mechanic schools and diesel mechanic schools, with auto mechanic programs graduating 477 students and diesel mechanic programs graduating 142, out of 619 total trade completers among 1,214 undergraduates enrolled.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 64.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,097, and median earnings ten years after entry are $48,341. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,337, and 56.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in automotive or diesel mechanics rather than a broad academic degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm schedule and format details directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers auto mechanic school programs (477 completers) and diesel mechanic school programs (142 completers), totaling 619 trade completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 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 financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 64.5%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $13,097, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $48,341, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $34,337.
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 levels and funding sources compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (800) 508-1153 or via https://www.uti.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcomes at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?448433).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused auto and diesel mechanic training, but specific fit for adult career changers, such as schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
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; check with the school or relevant state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Universal Technical Institute of Northern California Inc by phone at (800) 508-1153 or through its website at https://www.uti.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?448433) to compare similar institutions.
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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.