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Career Networks Institute

Santa Ana, CA · City · 1,133 students
4
Year
Private For-profit
City
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
About

Career Networks Institute (commonly known as CNI College) in Santa Ana, California, is a premier allied health institution best known for its rigorous, specialized training in nursing and technical medical fields, particularly through its highly regarded Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Vocational Nursing, and MRI Technology programs. The campus culture is highly professional, collaborative, and career-focused, offering a supportive, commuter-friendly environment designed for students who want to balance their education with personal and professional commitments. What sets CNI College apart is its state-of-the-art medical simulation labs that mimic real-world clinical settings, paired with strong partnerships with local Southern California healthcare providers for hands-on clinical rotations. This practical focus is complemented by the institution's excellent certification and licensure exam pass rates, helping graduates transition smoothly and quickly into high-demand healthcare careers.

Location
Santa Ana, CA, 92705 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
SNA · Orange County
3 mi away
Cost
Avg net price
$49,677
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$45,157
$30–48k
$45,157
$48–75k
$49,886
$75–110k
$51,663
$110k+
$52,552
Admissions

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
83%
1st-yr retention
100%
Transfer-out rate
0%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
73%
Transferred
0%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
27%
Median earnings (6yr)
$52,232
Median earnings (10yr)
$45,256
Median debt
$25,899
Monthly loan payment
$275
Debt range (25th–75th)
$10,267$23,208
Debt (90th percentile)
$27,347
Student Body
Men 31%Women 69%
30
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
52%
First-generation
36%
Median family income
$30,129
Independent students
75%
Avg age at entry
28.0
Part-time students
0%
Race & ethnicity
White
15%
Hispanic
49%
Black
6%
Asian
24%
Two or more
1%
Non-resident
2%
AI/AN
1%
NH/PI
1%
Institutional
Classification
Special Focus (Technology)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
18%
Avg faculty salary
$10,184/mo
Instructional spend/student
$8,478
Federal loan rate
76%

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