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SU

Soka University of America

Aliso Viejo, CAPrivate NonprofitSuburb Setting
Moderately Selective • 43% Acceptance
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43%
Accept Rate
Moderately Selective
$18,260
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
484
Students
Small campus body
$42,696
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Soka University of America is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburb setting of Aliso Viejo, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 484 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 43%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
484 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
43% (Moderately Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
Suburb

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading620 - 720
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math713 - 790
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite26 (midpoint)
1midpoint value36
43%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately Selective

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,896
Earnings 5yr: $49,249
Debt: $18,750
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$18,260
In-State Tuition$38,728
Out-of-State Tuition$38,728
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

20%
Pell Grants
37%
Take Loans
79%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$42,696
+29% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,017

Completion Signals

92%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
90%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,250
Est. Monthly Payment
$165/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

38%
Men
62%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 38% men and 62% women.

Student Vitals

Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$63,540
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