Accounting at Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Ventura Adult and Continuing Education graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 73th percentile of all accounting certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Accounting certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (133 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ventura Adult and Continuing Education | $37,356 | — | — | — |
| Cabrillo College | $57,294 | — | — | — |
| Stellar Career College | $35,186 | $28,896 | $7,248 | 0.21 |
| Summit College | $20,055 | $36,962 | $7,177 | 0.36 |
| CET-San Jose | $14,972 | $16,580 | $6,729 | 0.45 |
| CET-El Centro | $14,972 | $16,580 | $6,729 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $31,684 | — | $13,047 | 0.41 |
Other Accounting Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo College Aptos | $1,270 | $57,294 | — |
| Stellar Career College Modesto | — | $35,186 | $7,248 |
| Summit College San Bernardino | — | $20,055 | $7,177 |
| CET-San Jose San Jose | — | $14,972 | $6,729 |
| CET-El Centro El Centro | — | $14,972 | $6,729 |
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 Ventura Adult and Continuing Education, approximately 35% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.