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Vanguard University of Southern California

In-State Tuition & Fees

$37,700

Cost of attendance at Vanguard University of Southern California 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

$37,700

Cost of attendance at Vanguard University of Southern California 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 Net Price

The net price represents the amount of money students pay after receiving financial aid. In 2022, the average net price for first-year, full-time students at Vanguard University of Southern California was $20,427. This amount varies among students due to the different levels of financial aid offered based on their family's financial status.

Financial aid includes federal, state, or local government grants and institutional grants and scholarships

Visit the financial aid page for more in-depth stats and analysis of financial aids offered at Vanguard University of Southern California

Vanguard University of Southern California net price calculator

$20,427

Below is the average net price of 4 year, private Non Profit colleges in California and nationwide.

California's average $10,382
National average $22,640
Below is the net price of Vanguard University of Southern California for the past 10 years categorized by different levels of family income brackets.
Year Average Price Change Less than $30k $30k to $48k $48k to $75k $75k to $110k over $110k
2022 $20,427 $1,240 (6%) $15,315 $16,337 $19,233 $20,462 $26,733
2021 $21,667 $1,291 (6%) $16,602 $15,246 $19,963 $23,446 $27,742
2020 $20,376 $196 $15,222 $14,123 $18,625 $22,130 $26,468
2019 $20,572 $1,039 (5%) $18,058 $16,234 $19,415 $22,578 $25,234
2018 $21,611 $216 $18,354 $18,085 $20,250 $22,434 $26,718
2017 $21,827 $1,298 (6%) $19,452 $24,876 $29,677 $33,013 $34,929
2016 $23,125 $1,104 (5%) $21,182 $16,828 $22,553 $24,370 $27,590
2015 $24,229 $1,485 (7%) $19,890 $20,491 $22,759 $26,106 $28,383
2014 $22,744 -- $18,985 $19,102 $20,543 $25,831 $28,206

Cost of Attendance Breakdown and Change History

The table below presents the breakdown of Vanguard University of Southern California's in-state sticker price (cost of attendance) into different categories, along with their trends over the past ten years:
Year Sticker Price (COA) Cost Change Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies
2022 $60,800 $1,920 (3%) $37,700 $21,980 $1,120
2021 $58,880 $2,480 (4%) $36,550 $21,250 $1,080
2020 $56,400 $2,600 (5%) $35,100 $19,400 $1,900
2019 $53,800 $10,830 (25%) $33,720 $18,230 $1,850
2018 $42,970 $1,130 (3%) $32,430 $9,140 $1,400
2017 $41,840 $900 (2%) $31,430 $9,010 $1,400
2016 $40,940 $152 $30,050 $9,126 $1,764
2015 $40,788 $5,702 (12%) $30,050 $8,992 $1,746
2014 $46,490 $1,205 (3%) $29,250 $15,530 $1,710
2013 $45,285 -- $28,500 $15,120 $1,665

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions that may help you in your college cost research.

Does Vanguard University of Southern California provide dormitory? How much is the cost?
The college makes 1,049 dormitories available to its students at $6,588 per school year. One academic year is typically nine months, so the cost of on-campus housing at Vanguard University of Southern California is $732 per month.
Does Vanguard University of Southern California provide a meal plan, and what is the cost like?
The average price of a meal plan at Vanguard University of Southern California for one academic year is $5,430, which works out to $603 per month.
What is the average cost of textbooks and course materials per annum?
Vanguard University of Southern California estimates that a full-time first-year student would need approximately $1,120.
Are there any additional expenses, such as transportation or personal expenses, that I should consider?
Depending on living arrangement, Vanguard University of Southern California estimates that students would need the following amount for personal and miscellaneous expenses. This category covers additional costs that students may incur throughout the academic year, such as transportation, personal supplies, and leisure activities.
  • If living on-campus: $2,970
  • If living off-campus, with family: $4,250
  • If living off-campus, not with family: $4,730
How much is Vanguard University of Southern California application fees?
The application fee for undergraduate students is $45 and $45 for graduates.
Are there any payment plans or options for installment payments?
Vanguard University of Southern California offers the following payment plans: Prepaid tuition plan, Guaranteed tuition plan, Other alternative tuition plan

Cost per Credit Hour

Vanguard University of Southern California cost of courses per credit hour.
Undergraduate Programs Graduate Programs
For in-state students $1,542 $670
For out-of-state students $1,542 $670

Housing and Meal

Vanguard University of Southern California offers separate meal and housing plans to its students, allowing them to choose either option based on their preferences. Here is a historical data of the housing and meal plan offered at Vanguard University of Southern California for the past 7 years.
Year Meal price Housing price Combined price Max meal per week Dorm capacity
2022 $5,430 $6,588 N/A 19 1,049
2021 $5,430 $6,020 N/A 19 1,049
2020 $5,200 $5,480 N/A 19 1,015
2019 $4,620 $5,690 N/A 19 995
2018 $4,490 $5,200 N/A 0 996
2017 $4,550 $5,200 N/A 19 983
2016 $4,550 $5,033 N/A 19 1,044

Tuition Plans

Tuition plans offered by Vanguard University of Southern California during 2022 academic year.

  • Prepaid tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Guaranteed tuition plan
    Not Offered
  • Tuition payment plan
    Offered
  • Other alternative tuition plan
    Not Offered

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