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The campus of Soka University Of America is in Laguna Hills, California, 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. Getting into Soka University Of America is challenging; it only admitted 43% of those who applied in 2005. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 570 and 680. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The full-time faculty at Soka University Of America is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2005, the school had 380 students enrolled (380 full-time equivalent). Soka University Of America has a large minority student population.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. 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.
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
Admissions Phone: (949) 480-4150
Financial Aid Phone: (949) 480-4048
http://www.soka.edu
Soka University Of America awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 95 | liberal arts and humanities |
| Education And Teaching | 6 | multilingual education |
Number of programs and degrees for Soka University Of America in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 95 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 6 | 1 |
In 2005, Soka University Of America had a total enrollment of 380 students (380 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 36% |
| Women | 64% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 96% |
| Graduate | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 17% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 21% |
| (Foreign Students) | 55% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 40% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Foreign countries | 55% |
| California | 20% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Montana | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Hawaii | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 96 % |
Soka University Of America offers campus housing for 500 of its 380 (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 does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 277 | 118 | 43% | 86 | 73% |
| Men | 113 | 46 | 41% | 31 | 67% |
| Women | 164 | 72 | 44% | 55 | 76% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 590 |
| SAT Math | 570 | 680 |
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 | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (949) 480-4150
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 19,675 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,675 |
| Room and board | $ 8,000 |
| 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)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (949) 480-4048
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 21 | 18 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $38,156 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $38,156 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 14 | $75,252 | 8 | $64,434 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 2 | * | 5 | $52,020 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 18 | $72,540 | 14 | $60,041 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | short term | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | short term | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
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 6% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Student SAT scores (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing
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