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Woodbury University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 224
Student to faculty ratio 8 to 1
Acceptance rate 63%
Students retention rate 75%
On-time graduation rate 59%

Located in Burbank, California, Woodbury University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

Woodbury University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 8-to-1, Woodbury University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Woodbury University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 75% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

63%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$43,418

Cost of attendance at Woodbury University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$43,418

Cost of attendance at Woodbury University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Woodbury University received on average $23,275 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$23,275
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 54 39% $4,982 $269,029
Other Federal Grant 138 100% $3,882 $535,684
State Grant/Scholarships 54 39% $7,952 $429,408
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 138 100% $16,282 $2,246,895
Total Grant & Scholarships 138 100% $23,275 $3,211,987

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Woodbury University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Woodbury University students is 59.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 57.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 61.2%.

59.1%

  • asian 64.3% 9 students
  • white 60.0% 18 students
  • hispanic 55.3% 21 students
  • International Students 64.0% 16 students
  • Mixed Race 60.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

Woodbury University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Woodbury University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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