Vanguard University of Southern California
Costa Mesa, California · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$21,241
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.8%
Admission rate
62%
Undergrad size
1,933
In-state tuition
$41,700
Out-of-state tuition
$41,700
Cost of attendance
$52,665
Median earnings (10y)
$59,541
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 70.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (29%), humanities & arts (22%), business (17%).
- STEM9%
- Health11%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences29%
- Trades & services12%
- Business17.5%~338 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology14.9%~288 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation11.7%~226 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions10.7%~207 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education10.5%~203 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication6.3%~123 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~111 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~92 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences3.4%~65 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History3.4%~65 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.2%~61 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics1.2%~23 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Theology1.2%~23 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
29 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 143 | $31,534 | $16,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 113 | $37,217 | $26,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 101 | $54,112 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 101 | $91,857 | $20,832 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 93 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Graduate certificate | 68 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 66 | $30,413 | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 51 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 46 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 26 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Graduate certificate | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Social Sciences, Other. | Undergraduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Graduate certificate | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Vanguard University of Southern California
Vanguard University of Southern California is a mid-sized institution located in Costa Mesa, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,933 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Vanguard University of Southern California — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,241 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $41,700 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $52,665 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.8%, a above-average completion outcome. 70.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $59,541 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Vanguard University of Southern California confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Vanguard University of Southern California accepts 62% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Costa Mesa, California (city), Vanguard University of Southern California draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Vanguard University of Southern California
Q.How much does Vanguard University of Southern California cost?
The average net price at Vanguard University of Southern California is $21,241 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $52,665.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Vanguard University of Southern California?
Vanguard University of Southern California has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Vanguard University of Southern California?
Vanguard University of Southern California admits 62% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Vanguard University of Southern California graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Vanguard University of Southern California graduate earns $59,541 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Vanguard University of Southern California?
Published tuition is $41,700 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Vanguard University of Southern California located?
Vanguard University of Southern California is located in Costa Mesa, California (ZIP 92626).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Vanguard University of Southern California at their official website.