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University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, California · Private for-profit university · Training programs available:
Address: 44055 Sierra Highway, Lancaster, CA 93534 · Phone: (661) 726-1911 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Apr 2024 · Denial · WASC Senior College and University Commission.
University of Antelope Valley is a private for-profit trade school in Lancaster, California, offering EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs.
Federal outcome data on completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; a state average completion rate of 64.2% is available for context only.
Cost is not reported in federal data for University of Antelope Valley; contact the school for current tuition. Federal records also indicate this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $38,740 | $46,380 | $59,180 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $64,390 | $79,750 | $93,720 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $37,380 | $64,500 | $81,040 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $42,850 | $55,110 | $65,590 |
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 47 | $25,657 | $20,311 | $7,810 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $33,100 | $40,821 | $16,323 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $25,657 | $20,311 | $7,810 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 17 | $54,974 | not reported | $9,714 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $17,518 | $18,699 | $9,218 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $25,657 | $20,311 | $7,810 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $8,650 | $9,444 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $20,111 | $22,572 | 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
University of Antelope Valley is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Lancaster, California, a large suburb. Federal data does not show this campus participating in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students should confirm directly with the school whether FAFSA or Pell Grant funding can be applied. Accreditation status for this campus was not found in the DAPIP database, so prospective students should verify current accreditation directly with the school. The campus awards training across eight program families, with the most common being EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs.
Federal Scorecard data lists 140 trade program completers at this campus. A state average completion percentage of 64.2% is reported for comparison, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in EMT, nursing-support, and medical assistant training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-focused clinical programs rather than multi-year degrees, though specific program lengths are not stated in the available data. Anyone considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status, Title IV eligibility, and outcome data by contacting the school directly at (661) 726-1911 or visiting https://www.uav.edu/, and by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
University of Antelope Valley offers eight program families, most notably EMT & paramedic training, LPN/LVN programs, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status for this campus was not found in the DAPIP database. Contact the school at (661) 726-1911 or visit https://www.uav.edu/ to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Federal data indicates this campus does not participate in Title IV, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grant aid may not apply here. Confirm current aid eligibility directly with the school.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. A state average completion rate of 64.2% is available for context, and 140 trade completers are recorded.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates or contact the school.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
University of Antelope Valley is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid eligibility, and outcome reporting compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to ask about schedules for specific programs like EMT training or LPN programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?442930 or contact the school directly at (661) 726-1911.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's focus on shorter clinical and medical-support programs such as EMT, LPN, and medical assistant training may suit career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not stated in the data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach University of Antelope Valley at (661) 726-1911 or through its website, https://www.uav.edu/.
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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.