CET is found in Socorro, TX. Socorro is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Certificate at CET.
The school is known for its programs in transportation.
CET accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 125 in 2007-2008 at the school. CET has a large minority student population. Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at the school. A very high share of students at CET are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of CET, an economic and community development corporation, is to promote human development and education by providing people with marketable skills training and supportive services that contribute to economic self-sufficiency."
More complete details are provided below.
CET Socorro
10610 Northloop Dr Suite R
Socorro, TX 79927
General Phone: (408) 287-7924
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation | 77 | truck and bus driver, transportation and materials moving |
| Medical Administration | 27 | medical billing |
| Office and Administration | 11 | business support services |
Number of programs and degrees for CET in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 115 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, CET had a total enrollment of 125 students (163 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 0% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 99% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 9% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 25% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 90% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Socorro, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
CET participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2332838)
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation and Materials Moving, Other
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets CET Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
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