Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
69.52%
SAT Average
1,360
ACT Range
Not available
Soka University of America Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 69.52%. This means approximately 695 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 464 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
69.52%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $37,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $52,758 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,446 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.85% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 37.75% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Soka University of America Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,450
Room and board
$13,892
Books and supplies
$938
Other expenses
$2,784
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$52,758
Average net price
$21,446
Average aid coverage
59%
$31,312 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Soka University of America pays approximately $21,446 per year after grants and aid. This is above the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Soka University of America?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
Soka University of America net price
$21,446
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
Soka University of America Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,450 and average net price at $21,446. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,450
Current net price
$21,446
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
86.92%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$55,017
Undergraduates
464
10-Year Median Earnings - Soka University of America vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Soka University of America graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Soka University of America?
Undergraduates
464
Completion rate
86.92%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.85%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
37.75%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.85% of Soka University of America students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 37.75% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Soka University of America
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Soka University of America's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Soka University of America lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
Soka University of America is listed at 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-8081. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Soka University of America with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soka University of America | 69.52% | $37,450 | $21,446 | $55,017 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soka University of America's acceptance rate?
Soka University of America's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 69.52%.
How much is Soka University of America tuition?
Soka University of America's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,450.
What is Soka University of America's average net price?
Soka University of America's average net price in the local dataset is $21,446.
What does Soka University of America cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,587 for Soka University of America students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Soka University of America's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $55,017 for Soka University of America.
Is Soka University of America accredited?
Soka University of America's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend Soka University of America?
The local dataset lists 464 undergraduate students at Soka University of America.
What percentage of Soka University of America students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Soka University of America in the local dataset is 16.85%.
What is the federal loan rate at Soka University of America?
The federal loan rate for Soka University of America in the local dataset is 37.75%.
Where should I verify Soka University of America data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Soka University of America or the latest official federal education data.