Soka University of America
Aliso Viejo, CA · Private nonprofit · Graduate degree-granting
A private nonprofit institution in Aliso Viejo, California, accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Soka University of America serves students across multiple degree programs. With 484 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $55,017 ten years after enrollment, which is 35% above the national median of $40,747. The graduation rate is 89.4%. On the financial side, median graduate debt is $15,650, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 3.52x. The average net price after financial aid is $18,260 per year. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts & Sciences and Educational Administration.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$55,017
Graduation Rate
89.4%
Median Debt
$15,650
Average Net Price
$18,260
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
0.75x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
3.52x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
484
Admission Rate
43.4%
Average SAT
1440
Retention Rate
90.5%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$38,728
Out-of-State Tuition
$38,728
Pell Grant Rate
20.4%
Federal Loan Rate
37.2%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$12,020
Income $30K–$48K
$10,619
Income $48K–$75K
$12,049
Income $110K+
$30,940
Student Demographics
Women
74.2%
White
11.8%
Black
1.5%
Hispanic
14.1%
Asian
9.9%
Two or More Races
6.2%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
79.3%
Accreditations
- American Academy for Liberal Education — Institutional Accreditation (Preaccredited)
- WASC Senior College and University Commission — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (2)
Bachelor (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts & Sciences | $52,896 | 98 |
Master (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration | Not reported | 4 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
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