Soka University of America
Aliso Viejo, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Soka University of America
Soka University of America (SUA) is a private liberal arts college in Aliso Viejo, California. Originally founded in 1987 by Daisaku Ikeda, the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, it was established on its current campus in 2001. It maintains a secular curriculum which emphasizes pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity, though allegations of sectarism and proselytizing in the past.
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43%
Acceptance
$18,260
Net price
484
Enrollment
92%
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Graduation & retention rates
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Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
43%
Acceptance rate
1,440
SAT average
26
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$18,260
Average net price
$38,728
In-state tuition
$38,728
Out-of-state tuition
$14,378
Room & board
$1,062
Books & supplies
$55,064
Total cost of attendance
20%
Students receiving Pell grants
37%
Students with federal loans
$15,650
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$55,017
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$42,696
Median earnings (6 yrs)
92%
Graduation rate
90%
Retention rate
74%
Earn more than a HS grad
$45,356
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
484
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
—
First-generation
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Soka University of America FAQ
Is Soka University of America a public or private school?
Soka University of America is a private nonprofit institution located in Aliso Viejo, CA.
What is the acceptance rate at Soka University of America?
Soka University of America has an acceptance rate of 43%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Soka University of America cost?
The average annual net price at Soka University of America is $18,260 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $38,728.
What is the graduation rate at Soka University of America?
About 92% of students at Soka University of America complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Soka University of America graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Soka University of America students earn a median of $55,017 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Soka University of America?
Admitted students at Soka University of America have an average SAT score of 1,440 and an ACT midpoint of 26. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Soka University of America?
Soka University of America enrolls about 484 students.
Campus
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