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Vanguard University of Southern California

Costa Mesa, California · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$43,464

Acceptance Rate

65%

Graduation Rate

58%

Annual Tuition

$39,950

At a Glance

Total Students

1,975

Retention Rate

74%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

84%

Median Debt

$22,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Vanguard University of Southern California is a private, non-profit institution with 1,975 students. The university has an acceptance rate of 64.7% and a retention rate of 73.7%. The graduation rate is 57.6%. The in-state tuition is $39,950, and 84.1% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $69,240. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $43,464, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $59,541. The median debt for students is $22,000.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$69k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 58% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Vanguard University alumni earn a median salary of $69,240. However, five years after graduation, the median salary decreases to $43,464. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $59,541. The median debt for Vanguard University graduates is $22,000.

Vanguard University has a graduation rate of 57.6% and a retention rate of 73.7%. The university has an acceptance rate of 64.7% and a student population of 1,975. The in-state tuition is $39,950, and 84.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Costa Mesa, California

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Vanguard University of Southern California is located in Costa Mesa, California. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vanguard University of Southern California has an acceptance rate of 64.7%.