PUC-Angwin vs Vanguard University of Southern California

Pacific Union College and Vanguard University of Southern California, both esteemed Christian institutions, offer distinct educational experiences. Pacific Union College, nestled in the picturesque Napa Valley, boasts a higher acceptance rate, allowing more students to pursue their academic aspirations. Vanguard University, located in the vibrant city of Costa Mesa, attracts a more diverse student body, fostering a rich cultural tapestry. While Pacific Union College excels in nursing and education programs, Vanguard University shines in business and psychology. Both universities boast impressive graduation rates, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future endeavors. Explore the detailed comparison table to discover more about these institutions and make an informed decision that aligns with your academic goals and personal preferences.

	Pacific Union College	Vanguard University of Southern California
Overview
Location	Angwin, California	Costa Mesa, California
Campus setting	Rural: Fringe	City: Midsize
College type	4 year	4 year
Control/business model	Private (Non Profit)	Private (Non Profit)
Calendar system	Quarter	Semester
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate	Undergraduate and Graduate
Students retention rate	61.0%	75.0%
Common app member	No	No
Religious affiliation	Protestant	Protestant

Admission
Acceptance rate	57.7%	69.0%
Application fees		Undergraduate: $45 Graduate: $45
SAT range	N/A	980 - 1200
ACT range	N/A	19 - 25
Students submitting SAT score		12.0%
Students submitting ACT score		5.0%
Total number of applicants	1,216	2,917
Total number of admissions given out	702	2,013
Admitted students who chose to enroll	130	500
Yield rate	18.5%	24.8%
Test scores (SAT/ACT)	N/A	N/A
High school GPA	Required	Required
Recommendation letters	Not required	Not required
High school transcript	Not required	Not required
English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL)	Required	Required

Tuition and Fees
Sticker price	$55,246	$60,800
Average net price	$22,767	$20,427
Tuition	$31,101	$37,000
Room & board	Room/dormitory: $5,112 Meal plan: $3,804	Room/dormitory: $6,588 Meal plan: $5,430
Available payment plans	Tuition payment plan Other alternative tuition plan	Tuition payment plan

Financial Aid
Students receiving financial aid (Grants & scholarships)	99.0% Average amount $22,072	100.0% Average amount $27,535
Students receiving federal student loan	61.0% Average amount $5,294	95.0% Average amount $5,626
Students taking out private loans	2.0% Average amount $18,511	3.0% Average amount $15,362

Students and Campus
Undergraduate students	825 Men 37.0% Women 63.0%	1,975 Men 31.5% Women 68.5%
Graduate students	4 Men 25.0% Women 75.0%	293 Men 31.4% Women 68.6%
Racial/ethnic diversity	Moderate	Moderate
Out-of-state students	21.1%	N/A
International students	2.0%	0.2%
Campus local/setting	Rural: Fringe	City: Midsize
Dormitory capacity	1,200	1,049
First year students are required to live on campus?	No	No
Top 5 states where most U.S. students come from	California Oregon Hawaii Nevada Arizona	N/A

Academics
Popular study areas	Health Professions Biological and Biomedical Sciences Education Communication and Journalism Kinesiology & Leisure Studies	Psychology Business Education Health Professions Kinesiology & Leisure Studies
Students to faculty ratio	12:1	17:1
Institutional accreditation	Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission	Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Outcome
Graduation rate	39.6%	61.5%
Dropout rate	6.0%	37.7%
Transferred out	53.6%	N/A
Alumni salary by major (Top 10)	Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $92,597 Year 2: $92,410 Year 3: $107,830 Health and Physical Education/Fitness (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $25,967 Year 3: $50,701 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $31,215 Year 2: N/A Year 3: N/A Business/Commerce, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $41,250 Year 2: $31,839 Year 3: N/A	Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Master's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $116,679 Year 3: $134,779 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $91,857 Year 2: $91,300 Year 3: $89,882 Curriculum and Instruction (Master's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $59,124 Year 3: $60,756 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's Degrees) Year 1: $54,112 Year 2: $42,682 Year 3: $47,596 Business Administration, Management and Operations (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $37,217 Year 2: $40,697 Year 3: $45,892 Marketing (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $34,348 Year 3: $42,899 Communication and Media Studies (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: $30,413 Year 2: $33,043 Year 3: $39,397 Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $29,685 Year 3: $37,493 Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: $25,194 Year 3: $35,701 Education, General (Bachelor's Degrees) Year 1: N/A Year 2: N/A Year 3: $35,495

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PUC-Angwin vs Vanguard University of Southern California

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