Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Costa Mesa, California |
| Online | vanguard.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Assemblies of God Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Costa Mesa, California, Vanguard University of Southern California is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Assemblies of God Church faith. In the most recent statistical year 2,917 prospective students applied, and 2,013 were granted admission. Of those admitted 500 enrolled in the school. 1,831 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 437 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $37,000 plus fees of $700. Vanguard University of Southern California is ranked 598 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Vanguard University of Southern California is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Vanguard University of Southern California within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#598 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#395 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#42 in Best Colleges in California
#28 in Best Private Colleges in California
#207 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1200 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| GPA | 3.31 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $45 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,120 |
| Other Fees | $700 |
| Room and Board | $9,980 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,970 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,770 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 32% |
| Psychology | 19% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=123651 IPEDS survey data for Vanguard University of Southern California.
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