Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2024 tuition & fees of the largest programs at CET-El Paso with program length and completion time.
2024 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at CET-El Paso
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor $11,476-630 Contact Hours5 Months $6,258
2Welding Technology/Welder $15,500-900 Contact Hours8 Months $10,695

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor program which is the largest program at CET-El Paso.

2024 Living Costs

The 2024 average living costs is $9,838 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at CET-El Pasohas decreased by 0.74% from last year.
The following table and chart show the 2024 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at CET-El Paso.
Living Costs Trends
CET-El Paso 2024 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2020$8,799$3,077
2021$9,671$2,704
2022$10,064$2,777
2023$10,374$2,835
2024$6,095$3,743
Living Costs Trends Chart