UEI College-Gardena
UEI College-Gardena is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Gardena, CA. It offers 10 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (1/30/2005 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at UEI College-Gardena is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $19,900. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 34 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at UEI College-Gardena.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $19,900 | - | 34 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | $19,900 | - | 34 Hours | 9 Months | $18,409 |
| 3 | Welding Technology/Welder | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $14,851 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $19,900 | - | 35 Hours | 9 Months | $16,730 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,288 students attended UEI College-Gardena in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 10 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 33 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 48 (full-time) and 33 (part-time).
The graduation rate of UEI College-Gardena is 62% and the retention rate is 69% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,288 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 62% |
| Number of Faculty | 43 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 25 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of UEI College-Gardena is $19,900
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
91% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,908 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $19,900 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $19,431 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,373 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,908 |
Offered Certificate Programs
UEI College-Gardena offers 9 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 830 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 87 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 8 | 2 | 743 |
| Total | 9 | 2 | 830 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at UEI College-Gardena are offered both in online and on-site education. Total 830 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 87 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 743 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 87 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 87 |
| Total | 87 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting | ✕ | 21 completers |
| Security and Loss Prevention Services | ✕ | 21 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 170 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 79 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 91 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✔ (1 completers) | 537 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 86 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✔ | 55 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 343 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 53 |
| Business | ✔ | 15 completers |
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | ✔ | 15 |
| Total | 743 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 1,288 students have enrolled into UEI College-Gardena. By gender, 497 male and 791 female students are attending the school.
There are 34 White (2.64%), 200 Black/African American (15.53%), 535 Hispanic (41.54%), 19 Asian (1.48%), and 1,026 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,288 | 497 | 791 |
| American Indian/Native American | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Asian | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Black/African American | 200 | 78 | 122 |
| Hispanic | 535 | 206 | 329 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| White | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Two More | 27 | 6 | 21 |
| Un-Known | 459 | 180 | 279 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 661 West Redondo Beach Boulevard, Gardena, CA
- 424-246-3000
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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