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The campus of Soka University Of America is in Aliso Viejo, CA, which is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Soka University Of America include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Soka University Of America is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 436. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 520 and 720.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. Soka University Of America has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007-2008, Soka University Of America had 368 students enrolled (377 full-time equivalent). The school has a large minority student population.
Soka University Of America has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Soka University Of America offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Division I Independents.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Soka University of America is to foster a steady stream of global citizens committed to living a contributive life."
More complete details are provided below.
Soka University Of America
1 University Drive
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-4105
General Phone: (949) 480-4000
http://www.soka.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 86 | liberal arts and humanities |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | multilingual education |
Number of programs and degrees for Soka University Of America in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 86 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Soka University Of America had a total enrollment of 368 students (377 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 98% |
| Graduate | 2% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 12% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 22% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 47% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 39% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 35% |
| (International Students) | 34% |
| New York | 6% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Soka University Of America offers campus housing for 500 of its 377 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Laguna Hills, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 355 | 184 | 52% | 127 | 69% |
| Men | 152 | 63 | 41% | 44 | 70% |
| Women | 203 | 121 | 60% | 83 | 69% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 436 | 658 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 720 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 23,434 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,434 |
| Room and board | $ 9,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Soka University Of America participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3814400)
Soka University Of America has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 8 | $117,607 | 6 | $101,376 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 6 | $80,693 | 3 | $83,962 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $63,697 | 8 | $64,985 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 24 | $85,785 | 17 | $81,178 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Track | Division I Independents |
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Soka University Of America Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching
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