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The Vanguard University of Southern California, established in 1920, is located in Costa Mesa, California. It originally began as the Southern California Bible School which was founded to prepare Christian workers. The Bible school moved to Pasadena in 1927 and was chartered as the Southern California Bible College in 1939. The college moved to its present location in 1950 and nine years later its name was changed to Southern California College. It received university status in 1999, and became Vanguard University of Southern California. The university offers an array of degrees and programs through the following schools and colleges :
Vanguard University's sports teams, known as the Lions, participate in softball, cross country, tennis, basketball, swimming, volleyball, and track & field. The Associated Student Body government serves the students of the university.
Vanguard University is in a medium-sized city, in Costa Mesa, CA. The school has a Assemblies of God Church religious affiliation. Vanguard University is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at Vanguard University include media and therapy and counseling.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 440 to 550 for students at Vanguard University. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 420 and 550. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Some professors at Vanguard University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
The school, in 2007, had 2,254 students (1,883 full-time equivalent).
Most students at Vanguard University attend full-time. The school is not thought of as a commuter school, and many students live on campus or nearby. Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Golden State Athletic Conference for major sports. Student athletes can receive financial aid in some cases.
More complete details are provided below.
Vanguard University Of Southern California
55 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
General Phone: (714) 556-3610
http://www.vanguard.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 137 | business management, marketing, international business, accounting |
| Therapy And Counseling | 121 | psychology, clinical psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 67 | pastoral counseling, theology, bible studies, missionary studies, religious studies, youth ministry |
| Liberal Arts | 63 | sociology, history, English, Spanish language, anthropology |
| Education And Teaching | 60 | education, physical education teaching |
| Media | 48 | digital communications, communication studies, radio and television |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 16 | exercise science, athletic trainer |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | drama |
| Music | 7 | music |
| Science | 4 | biology, chemistry |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 2 | computer support |
Number of programs and degrees for Vanguard University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 447 | 28 |
| Master's degree | 88 | 6 |
In 2007, Vanguard University had a total enrollment of 2,254 students (1,883 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 66% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 17% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 60 % |
Vanguard University offers campus housing for 1,074 of its 1,883 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Costa Mesa, 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 | 947 | 772 | 82% | 370 | 48% |
| Men | 310 | 247 | 80% | 136 | 55% |
| Women | 637 | 525 | 82% | 234 | 45% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 550 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 79% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 20% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,986 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,986 |
| Room and board | $ 7,270 |
| Room charge | $ 3,938 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,594 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,314 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,862 |
Financial Aid:
Vanguard University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 129300)
Vanguard University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 22 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 5 | 2 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $73,138 | 3 | $70,520 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 16 | $58,476 | 16 | $59,141 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 11 | $47,277 | 8 | $50,195 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $37,632 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 40 | $57,499 | 28 | $57,189 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Golden State Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Golden State Athletic Conference |
| Track | Golden State Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 73 | 84 | 157 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| Basketball | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| Track | 8 | 13 | 21 |
| All Other Sports | 28 | 58 | 86 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Radio and Television
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religion/Religious Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Vanguard University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Assemblies of God Church affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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