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Ashford University

San Diego, California Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3734
Nationally
#452
In California
$12,240
Annual Tuition
per year
8%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
24,949
Undergrad Enrollment
20,000+
Overall Score & Rankings
42/100
Average
#3734 nationally
#452 in California
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes8
πŸ’°Affordability54
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth84

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Ashford University is a private for-profit four-year university located in San Diego, California. The college enrolls approximately 24,949 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $12,240, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $23,227 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 8%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$12,240/yr
Room & Board$1,150/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$14,310/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$12,240↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$23,227
$30,001 – $48,000$23,272
$48,001 – $75,000$24,185
$75,001 – $110,000$27,055
Over $110,000$25,880
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate8%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
24,949
Total Undergrads
60% F / 40% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 40%
Hispanic 21%
Black 28%
Asian 3%
Two or more 4%
International 0%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($12,240/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,150/yr
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $23,227/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Graduation rate of 8% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationSan Diego, California
SettingCity: Large
Size20,000+
Affordability Spotlight
$23,227
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#452
in California out of 7+ colleges
#3734
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.