Is Universal Training Institute worth it?
Universal Training Institute is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Perth Amboy, New Jersey (large suburb). It awarded 62 certificates in 2024, most often in practical nursing.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$60,039
Median earnings 4 years after
$70,104
Average net price
$45,933
Completion rate
58%
Completions (2024)
62
Years to pay back
2.6 years
Students (undergrad)
158
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $58,535 | $75,945 | 94 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 62 |
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Sources: federal figures for Universal Training Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Jersey. Counts under 10 are not published.
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