UEI College-Gardena
UEI College-Gardena is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Gardena, CA. It offers 11 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 2025 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 | Electrician | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $15,963 |
| 4 | Welding Technology/Welder | $21,500 | - | 27 Hours | 9 Months | $10,695 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $21,500 | - | 36 Hours | 9 Months | $14,851 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,332 students attended UEI College-Gardena in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 20 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 11 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 54 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of UEI College-Gardena is 60% and transfer-out rate is 1%. The retention rate is 73% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,332 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 60% |
| Number of Faculty | 31 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 23 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 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.
90% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,663 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $19,900 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $22,086 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,021 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,663 |
Offered Certificate Programs
UEI College-Gardena offers 10 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, 940 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 | 96 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 9 | 0 | 844 |
| Total | 10 | 0 | 940 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at UEI College-Gardena are offered both in online and on-site education. Total 940 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 96 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 844 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 96 completers |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 96 |
| Total | 96 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting | ✕ | 23 completers |
| Security and Loss Prevention Services | ✕ | 23 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 83 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 83 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 180 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 86 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 94 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 514 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 82 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | ✕ | 162 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 211 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 59 |
| Business | ✕ | 44 completers |
| General Office Occupations and Clerical Services | ✕ | 44 |
| Total | 844 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,332 students have enrolled into UEI College-Gardena. By gender, 762 male and 570 female students are attending the school.
There are 30 White (2.25%), 166 Black/African American (12.46%), 403 Hispanic (30.26%), 16 Asian (1.20%), and 1,112 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,332 | 762 | 570 |
| American Indian/Native American | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Asian | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Black/African American | 166 | 68 | 98 |
| Hispanic | 403 | 251 | 152 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| White | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Two More | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Un-Known | 670 | 386 | 284 |
| 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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