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SC

Southern California Institute of Architecture

Los Angeles, CAPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 77% Acceptance
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77%
Accept Rate
Less Selective
$43,923
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
236
Students
Small campus body
$53,274
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

Southern California Institute of Architecture is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Los Angeles, CA. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 236 students and has an admission acceptance rate of 77%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
236 (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
77% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading625 (midpoint)
200midpoint value800
SAT Math670 (midpoint)
200midpoint value800
ACT CompositeNot Reported
77%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Architecture.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,626
Earnings 5yr: $81,583
Debt: N/A
Architecture.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $71,955
Debt: N/A
Architectural Sciences and Technology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Architectural Sciences and Technology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Graphic Communications.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$43,923
In-State Tuition$56,162
Out-of-State Tuition$56,162
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

21%
Pell Grants
24%
Take Loans
57%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$53,274
+35% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$71,909

Completion Signals

71%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
91%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$33,250
Est. Monthly Payment
$359/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

56%
Men
44%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 56% men and 44% women.

Student Vitals

Part-Time Share
0%
Avg Family Income
$38,699
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