Electrician Schools in Merced, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Merced, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Electrician Schools Near Merced, CA

#1

Merced College

Merced, CA 2 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,646
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Modesto Junior College

Modesto, CA 37.7 miles away BOC Score 64.3
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  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,195
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto

Salida, CA 43.3 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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  • Graduation rate: 69%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 989

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

California State University-Fresno

Fresno, CA 52.8 miles away BOC Score 78.5
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  • In-state tuition: $7,350
  • Out-of-state tuition: $19,950
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 95%
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 337
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Fresno City College

Fresno, CA 52.8 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 2,221

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center

Fresno, CA 54.7 miles away BOC Score 43.2
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 559

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#7

UEI College-Stockton

Stockton, CA 66 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 1,379

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#8

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA 66.2 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,368
  • Online programs available

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#9

San Jose State University

San Jose, CA 77.1 miles away BOC Score 86.3
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  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 719
  • Online programs available

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#10

CET-Soledad

Soledad, CA 77.1 miles away BOC Score 62.4
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 604

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California Electrician Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $76,160 $36.62 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,190 $30.38 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2111 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • NEC code curriculum and code-cycle year covered
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master electrician licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential, commercial, industrial wiring)
  • OSHA safety certification (OSHA-10 or OSHA-30) included

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