Vanguard University of Southern California
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Vanguard University of Southern California
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Assemblies of God Church
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Vanguard University of Southern California is a small private university located on an urban campus in Costa Mesa, California. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,975, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 69%. The university offers 33 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 17:1. Tuition and fees for students are $37,000.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
69% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
75% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
61% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationConsidered (not required)
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile980-1200
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
77%
Online student enrollment
17:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
34%
Unknown
8%
Black
4%
Hispanic
44%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
6%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
51% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
6
Total Online Enrollment
1,752
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.77% online, 23% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
89% On-campus
11% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's6% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's14% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
51%
State Grant Aid
58%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
51%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Beach Volleyball
- Other Sports
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.