Earn Your Degree at our National City, California Institution

CIAT is pioneering a new educational approach, beyond the traditional four-year college experience. We believe in innovation, lifetime learning, and hands-on skills that prepare our students for success, with a sincere commitment to helping every student be the best in their field.

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CIAT's Premier Tech Education Campuses

California Institute of Applied Technology has shared ownership and management of two distinct institutions in New Mexico and California. Our National City campus offers Southern California students access to cutting-edge technology labs and strong partnerships with tech employers across the region.

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Explore CIAT's California-Accredited Tech Degree Programs

Southern California Tech Career Training Designed Around Your Life

California Institute of Applied Technology prepares students from all walks of life to earn an accredited degree designed to help you succeed in the workforce. CIAT graduates complete their programs with a portfolio of innovative experience, personalized training, and even earn industry certifications along the way to be uniquely positioned to compete for in-demand jobs.

Why San Diego Students Choose CIAT's Unlimited Certification Program

UNLIMITED CERTIFICATION EXAM POLICY

Earning your certifications along with your degree ensures you stand out from the crowd. At CIAT, you can take your industry certifications exams as many times as you need! Combined with hands-on equipment, virtual labs and practice exams, our programs are strategically designed to ensure you get certified.

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IMMERSIVE HANDS-ON LEARNING

CIAT’s IT and networking foundational courses combine live, interactive lectures with Build-Your-Own-Computer kits where students learn to build their own computers at home to provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience.

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CIAT National City student performing hands-on hardware configuration during IT lab training at our San Diego campus

Career Services for San Diego Tech Professionals

Our career services team is committed to helping you land a job in your field. With resources like resume writing support, job interview practice, and access to a career platform with thousands of open positions, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

California Tuition & Aid Options

Investing in your education can be one of the smartest investments you make on the path to a more prosperous and fulfilling future. Getting a clear picture of your final tuition starts with selecting the right program that meets your academic, career, and financial goals. We focus on rapid entry into the workforce to put your new tech skills to work in as little as 15 weeks, then help you advance your career with additional training and industry certifications.

Select from a combination of financial support options including military benefits, federal grants and loans, private loans*, monthly payments, and scholarships, to help you build an affordable, ROI-based education plan.

  • Military Benefits for California Students

    Military Benefits

  • FAFSA for California Students

    FAFSA

  • Private Loans for California Students

    Private Loans

  • No Interest Options for California Students

    No Interest Options

  • Scholarships for California Students

    Scholarships

Your final tuition cost will vary based on program selection, credits transferred from other institutions, and potential scholarships applied. Our Admissions and Financial Aid team will prepare a personal financial aid projection with tips on how to maximize your educational investment, plan your ROI, and reduce out of pocket expenses. Download the Program & Tuition Guide below to get started.

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Connect With Our National City Admissions Team

Connect with one of our expert Admissions Advisors today for personalized guidance on program selection and career paths. We’ll walk you step by step through the eligibility, financial aid support, and application steps required to successfully join CIAT.

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California Institute of Applied Technology has shared ownership and management of two distinct institutions. California Institute of Applied Technology located in California, and California Institute of Applied Technology located in New Mexico.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. CIAT is approved to offer VA benefits. *Financial aid is available for those who qualify. *Students are encouraged to take certification exams while actively enrolled in their Certificate or Degree program. Unlimited certification exam attempts expire 180 days after graduation. Select exams are not eligible for unlimited retakes - see certification exam policy for details. Certifications or courses may change to address industry trends or improve quality