General Sales, Merchandising at CET-San Jose
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How CET-San Jose graduates compare to all programs nationally
CET-San Jose graduates earn $16k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all general sales, merchandising certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
General Sales, Merchandising certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (62 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CET-San Jose | $15,849 | $15,181 | — | — |
| CET-El Centro | $15,849 | $15,181 | — | — |
| National Median | $41,008 | — | $20,500 | 0.50 |
Other General Sales, Merchandising Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| CET-El Centro El Centro | — | $15,849 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CET-San Jose, approximately 37% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.